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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brevityshortness of duration
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
iridescenthaving or exhibiting iridescence
vieto strive for superiority : contend
tacitexpressed or carried on without words or speech
ichthyologya branch of zoology that deals with fishes
besetto set or stud with or as if with ornaments
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
debunkto expose the sham (see sham
vassala person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant