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
herbivorousfeeding on plants
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
whimsywhim
apogeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
uproariousmarked by uproar
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement
leewayan allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance
emollientmaking soft or supple
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty