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
afterlifean existence after death
lateralof or relating to the side
leavena substance (such as yeast) used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid
fetishan object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
hallowedholy
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
guilelessinnocent
anestheticof, relating to, or capable of producing anesthesia
outlawa person excluded from the benefit or protection of the law