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
cloistera monastic establishment
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment
prizesomething offered or striven for in competition or in contests of chance
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
enumerateto ascertain the number of : count
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned
urbanenotably polite or polished in manner
ambushto attack by surprise from a hidden place : waylay
cliquea narrow exclusive circle or group of persons