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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pathological | of or relating to pathology |
| tension | inner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion |
| disingenuous | lacking in candor |
| assuage | to lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease |
| urbane | notably polite or polished in manner |
| decadence | the process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent |
| luminary | a person of prominence or brilliant achievement |
| monolithic | of, relating to, or resembling a monolith : huge |
| nirvana | the final beatitude (see beatitude |
| indices | signs; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index |