GRE Word List

ELUSIVE

tending to elude: such as

The meaning of the word elusive is tending to elude: such as.

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WordMeaning
inveterateconfirmed in a habit : habitual
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
kineticof or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith
catharticof, relating to, or producing catharsis
pedigreea register recording a line of ancestors
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
emanateto come out from a source
salientmoving by leaps or springs : jumping
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity