GRE Word List

ELASTIC

capable of recovering size and shape after deformation

The meaning of the word elastic is capable of recovering size and shape after deformation.

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WordMeaning
decelerateto reduce the speed of : slow down
wangleto resort to trickery or devious methods
retentivehaving the power, property, or capacity of retaining
dauntto lessen the courage of : cow
ratifyto approve and sanction formally : confirm
suffragistone who advocates extension of suffrage especially to women
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fallowof a light yellowish-brown color