GRE Word List
CONGENITAL
existing at or dating from birth
The meaning of the word congenital is existing at or dating from birth.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| elysian | of or relating to Elysium |
| rivet | a headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head |
| shift | to exchange for or replace by another : change |
| slough | a place of deep mud or mire |
| detain | to hold or keep in or as if in custody |
| studious | assiduous in the pursuit of learning |
| frivolous | of little weight or importance |
| swear | to utter or take solemnly (an oath) |
| compulsion | an act of compelling |
| pushy | aggressive often to an objectionable degree : forward |