GRE Word List
COMPLEMENTARY
serving to fill out or complete
The meaning of the word complementary is serving to fill out or complete.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ursine | of or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae) |
| temperate | having a moderate climate which especially lacks extremes in temperature |
| profusion | lavish expenditure : extravagance |
| woeful | full of woe : grievous |
| occlude | to close up or block off : obstruct |
| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
| dowry | the money, goods, or estate that a woman brings to her husband in marriage |
| tithe | a tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| teetotalism | the principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks |