GRE Word List
COMPASSION
sympathy for the suffering of others; ADJ. compassionate
The meaning of the word compassion is sympathy for the suffering of others; ADJ. compassionate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| responsiveness | state of reacting readily to appeals, orders, etc.; ADJ. responsive: readily reacting; Ex. responsive to treatment |
| purgatory | place of spiritual expiation; temporary state or place in which the souls must expiate their sins |
| ego | one's opinion of oneself; self-esteem |
| meddlesome | interfering; V. meddle: interfere |
| rivulet | small stream; CF. rill < rivulet < river |
| expertise | specialized knowledge (in a particular field); expert skill |
| proximity | nearness; ADJ. proximate |
| sibling | brother or sister |
| irreproachable | beyond reproach; blameless; impeccable; Ex. irreproachable conduct |
| ignite | kindle; light; catch fire or set fire to |
