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
acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community
nugatoryof little or no consequence : trifling
maniacalaffected with or suggestive of madness
demolitionthe act of demolishing
gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers
prolificproducing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful
comeuppancea deserved rebuke or penalty : deserts
trekto make one's way arduously
ramshackleappearing ready to collapse : rickety