GRE Word List

ELICIT

to call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)

The meaning of the word elicit is to call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response).

Random words

WordMeaning
lineamentsan outline, feature, or contour of a body or figure and especially of a face
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
aptitudeinclination
entrancepower or permission to enter : admission
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating
acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
fluencythe quality or state of being fluent
nugatoryof little or no consequence : trifling
surlymenacing or threatening in appearance
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence