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
endorseto write on the back of
banea source of harm or ruin : curse
ambivalencesimultaneous and contradictory attitudes or feelings (such as attraction and repulsion) toward an object, person, or action
vindictivedisposed to seek revenge : vengeful
gentlefree from harshness, sternness, or violence
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
vacillateto waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
respirationthe movement of air or dissolved gases into and out of the lungs
togathe loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome