GRE Word List

EMPIRICAL

originating in or based on observation or experience

The meaning of the word empirical is originating in or based on observation or experience.

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WordMeaning
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
imbalancelack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion
recountto relate in detail : narrate
materialisma theory that physical matter is the only or fundamental reality and that all being and processes and phenomena can be explained as manifestations or results of matter (see matter
provisionthe act or process of providing
depredationto lay waste : plunder
extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring
potpourria mixture of flowers, herbs, and spices that is usually kept in a jar and used for scent
fretto eat or gnaw into : corrode
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