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
drudgerydull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor
exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution
placeboa usually pharmacologically inert preparation prescribed more for the mental relief of the patient than for its actual effect on a disorder
harryto make a pillaging or destructive raid on : assault
conglomerationthe act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
caninea conical pointed tooth
paeana joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph
perceptiveresponsive to sensory stimuli : discerning
spatialrelating to, occupying, or having the character of space