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 |
|---|---|
| quintessence | the fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies |
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| politic | political |
| dormant | represented on a coat of arms in a lying position with the head on the forepaws |
| insensible | incapable or bereft of feeling or sensation: such as |
| eloquence | discourse marked by force and persuasiveness |
| gild | to overlay with or as if with a thin covering of gold |
| abode | the place where one lives : home |
| seamy | having the rough side of the seam showing |
| vicar | an ecclesiastical agent: such as |