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
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism
expletivea syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense
hullthe outer covering of a fruit or seed
proclivityan inclination or predisposition toward something
siblingsib
notcha V-shaped indentation
graphitea soft black lustrous form of carbon that conducts electricity and is used in lead pencils and electrolytic anodes, as a lubricant, and as a moderator in nuclear reactors
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
vulpineof, relating to, or resembling a fox
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right