GRE Word List
BENEVOLENT
generous; charitable; having a wish to do good
The meaning of the word benevolent is generous; charitable; having a wish to do good.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| animated | lively; spirited |
| knell | tolling of a bell especially to indicate a funeral, disaster, etc.; sound of the funeral bell; V. |
| salubrious | healthful; conducive to health or well-being; socially desirable; Ex. salubrious area; CF. health |
| repertoire | list of works of music, drama, etc., a performer is prepared to present; CF. repertory |
| miniature | small model; small painting; ADJ: small |
| surmise | guess; N. |
| affirmation | positive assertion; confirmation; solemn pledge by one who refuses to take an oath; V. affirm; ADJ. affirmative; CF. affirmative action: positive discrimination |
| cardinal | chief; most important; N: priest; cardinal number: number that shows quantity rather thatn order |
| flick | light stroke as with a whip; V: move with a light quick blow; strike with a light quick blow (as from a whip); Ex. flick the switch |
| forte | strong point or special talent in a person's character |
