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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nascentcoming or having recently come into existence
gallowsa frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged
padrea Christian clergyman
bigota person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices
susceptiblecapable of submitting to an action, process, or operation
corrosivetending or having the power to corrode
waneto decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle
repealto rescind or annul by authoritative act
baubletrinket
ellipticalof, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse