GRE Word List
DISCRIMINATING
making a distinction : distinguishing
The meaning of the word discriminating is making a distinction : distinguishing.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indulgent | willing to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence |
| ravine | a small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water |
| calligraphy | artistic, stylized, or elegant handwriting or lettering |
| irrepressible | impossible to repress, restrain, or control |
| petty | having secondary rank or importance : minor |
| reputable | enjoying good repute : held in esteem |
| grandiose | characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration |
| recourse | a turning to someone or something for help or protection |
| commensurate | corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate |
| extraneous | existing on or coming from the outside |