GRE Word List
DEFEATIST
an attitude of accepting, expecting, or being resigned to defeat
The meaning of the word defeatist is an attitude of accepting, expecting, or being resigned to defeat.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| encroachment | to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another |
| congenial | pleasant |
| docket | a brief written summary of a document : abstract |
| rescind | to take away : remove |
| precis | a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts |
| vouchsafe | to grant or furnish often in a gracious or condescending manner |
| flush | to fly away suddenly |
| complement | something that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect |
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