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 |
|---|---|
| magnate | a person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area |
| parish | the ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor |
| ursine | of or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae) |
| spurious | born to parents not married to each other |
| miscreant | unbelieving |
| drastic | acting rapidly or violently |
| carat | a unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹/₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy |
| discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |
| ruffian | a brutal person : bully |
| presentiment | a feeling that something will or is about to happen : premonition |