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 |
|---|---|
| fervent | very hot : glowing |
| obstreperous | marked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous |
| snuffle | to snuff or sniff usually audibly and repeatedly |
| claustrophobia | abnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces |
| portly | dignified |
| frolicsome | full of gaiety : playful |
| embellish | to make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate |
| repercussion | reflection |
| aseptic | preventing infection |
| conformist | one who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior |