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 |
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perimeter | the boundary of a closed plane figure |
monogram | a sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name |
curmudgeon | a crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man |
effigy | an image or representation especially of a person |
detain | to hold or keep in or as if in custody |
personify | to conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers |
deliberate | to think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully |
retort | to pay or hurl back : return |
implement | a device used in the performance of a task : tool |
swill | wash |