GRE Word List
COMPENSATORY
to be equivalent to : counterbalance
The meaning of the word compensatory is to be equivalent to : counterbalance.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| irreparable | not reparable : irremediable |
| subtlety | the quality or state of being subtle |
| livid | discolored by bruising : black-and-blue |
| circumlocution | the use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea |
| corporeal | having, consisting of, or relating to a physical material body: such as |
| cynical | having or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as |
| impassioned | filled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling |
| casual | subject to, resulting from, or occurring by chance |
| erotic | of, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire |
| superannuated | outmoded |