GRE Word List
COGNATE
having a common origin; related linguistically; allied by blood; similar or akin in nature; Ex. cognate languages; N.
The meaning of the word cognate is having a common origin; related linguistically; allied by blood; similar or akin in nature; Ex. cognate languages; N..
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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antecede | precede |
abstain | refrain; withhold from participation; intentionally not use one's vote |
bicker | quarrel |
delusive | deceptive; likely to delude; misleading; raising vain hopes; Ex. delusive promises |
rakish | jaunty; stylish; sporty; morally corrupt; dissolute; Ex. He wore his hat at a rakish and jaunty angle. |
fortuitous | accidental; by chance; N. fortuity |
grunt | utter a deep guttural sound (as a pig does); N. |
hinterlands | back country; inner part of a country; OP. foreland |
draw | choosing of a lot or card |
implacable | incapable of being pacified; impossible to appease; Ex. implacable enemy |