GRE Word List

COGNATE

of the same or similar nature : generically alike

The meaning of the word cognate is of the same or similar nature : generically alike.

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WordMeaning
chancellorthe secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king
alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook
gildto overlay with or as if with a thin covering of gold
litheeasily bent or flexed
astronomicalof or relating to astronomy
hindrancethe state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered
ulteriorgoing beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper
engagingtending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
jocosegiven to joking : merry