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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dotage | a state or period of senile decay marked by decline of mental poise and alertness |
| physiognomy | the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance |
| exceptionable | being likely to cause objection : objectionable |
| empirical | originating in or based on observation or experience |
| choleric | easily moved to often unreasonable or excessive anger : hot-tempered |
| corroborate | to support with evidence or authority : make more certain |
| unguent | a soothing or healing salve : ointment |
| curmudgeon | a crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man |
| hide | to put out of sight : secrete |
| smear | a viscous or sticky substance |