GRE Word List

ECLECTIC

composed of elements drawn from various sources

The meaning of the word eclectic is composed of elements drawn from various sources.

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WordMeaning
finitehaving definite or definable limits
litheeasily bent or flexed
wrestto pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements
modulateto tune to a key or pitch
nihilista viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless
tawnyof the color tawny
impiousnot pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
invertto reverse in position, order, or relationship
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers