GRE Word List

CROTCHETY

given to crotchets (see crotchet

The meaning of the word crotchety is given to crotchets (see crotchet.

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credentialwarranting credit or confidence
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
elaborationplanned or carried out with great care
refractoryresisting control or authority : stubborn
prurientmarked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire
libela written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought
reconnaissancea preliminary survey to gain information
aristocracygovernment by the best individuals or by a small privileged class
overtopen to view : manifest
analgesican agent producing diminished sensation to pain without loss of consciousness : a drug that is used to relieve pain and produce analgesia