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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pediatrician | a specialist in pediatrics |
| recipient | one that receives : receiver |
| horde | a political subdivision of central Asian nomads |
| silt | loose sedimentary material with rock particles usually ¹/₂₀ millimeter or less in diameter |
| meter | systematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| cadaverous | of or relating to a corpse |
| fit | acceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper |
| mishap | an unfortunate accident |
| tantrum | a fit of bad temper |