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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| defer | put off |
| bitter | being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale |
| modicum | a small portion : a limited quantity |
| whimsy | whim |
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| potpourri | a mixture of flowers, herbs, and spices that is usually kept in a jar and used for scent |
| rigid | deficient in or devoid of flexibility |
| quorum | a select group |
| wispy | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| discerning | showing insight and understanding : discriminating |