GRE Word List
COMPLEMENTARY
serving to complete something
The meaning of the word complementary is serving to complete something.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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pertinent | suitable; to the point; relevant |
apogee | highest point; the point farthest from the earth; OP. perigee |
lexicographer | compiler of a dictionary; CF. lexicography: work of compiling a dictionary |
devout | pious; deeply religious; sincere; earnest; Ex. my devout hope |
geniality | cheerfulness; kindliness; sympathy; ADJ. genial: cheerful and good-tempered |
zephyr | gentle breeze; west wind |
commemorate | honor the memory of; serve as a memorial to; Ex. commemorate the 100th anniversary/those who died in the war |
confound | confuse; puzzle |
mirth | merriment; laughter |
premonitory | serving to warn |