GRE Word List

COMPLEMENTARY

serving to fill out or complete

The meaning of the word complementary is serving to fill out or complete.

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WordMeaning
acquiesceto accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively
mischiefa specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent
apprehendarrest
conceitfavorable opinion
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
recidivisma tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior
asepticpreventing infection
panachean ornamental tuft (as of feathers) especially on a helmet
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent