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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| veracity | conformity with truth or fact : accuracy |
| mollify | to soothe in temper or disposition : appease |
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |
| misogamy | a hatred of marriage |
| debauch | to corrupt by intemperance or sensuality |
| repast | something taken as food : meal |
| institutionalize | to make into an institution : give character of an institution to |
| novice | a person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community |
| parish | the ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor |