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
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
mollifyto soothe in temper or disposition : appease
deadlocka state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
misogamya hatred of marriage
debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality
repastsomething taken as food : meal
institutionalizeto make into an institution : give character of an institution to
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community
parishthe ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor