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 |
|---|---|
| severity | the quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh |
| cremate | to subject to cremation |
| glimmer | to shine faintly or unsteadily |
| cardinal | a high ecclesiastical official of the Roman Catholic Church who ranks next below the pope and is appointed by him to assist him as a member of the college of cardinals (see college |
| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
| credential | warranting credit or confidence |
| imperative | not to be avoided or evaded : necessary |
| warren | a place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant) |
| ruminate | to go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly |
| zest | a piece of the peel of a citrus fruit (such as an orange or lemon) used as flavoring |