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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deadpanmarked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression
opprobriumsomething that brings disgrace
swarthyof a dark color, complexion, or cast
methodicalarranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order
plastera medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance
takeoffa rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket
cloistera monastic establishment
precludeto make impossible by necessary consequence : rule out in advance
valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition