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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habitatthe place or environment where a plant or animal naturally or normally lives and grows
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
equanimityevenness of mind especially under stress
insurmountableincapable of being surmounted : insuperable
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
supposititiousfraudulently substituted : spurious
exodusthe mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table
cronea cruel or ugly old woman
besmirchto cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully