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
perimeterthe boundary of a closed plane figure
monograma sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name
curmudgeona crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man
effigyan image or representation especially of a person
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody
personifyto conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers
deliberateto think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully
retortto pay or hurl back : return
implementa device used in the performance of a task : tool
swillwash