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 |
|---|---|
| tether | a line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement |
| mosaic | a surface decoration made by inlaying small pieces of variously colored material to form pictures or patterns |
| scrap | fragments of discarded or leftover food |
| grueling | trying or taxing to the point of exhaustion : punishing |
| embody | to give a body to (a spirit) : incarnate |
| untenable | not able to be defended |
| maritime | of, relating to, or bordering on the sea |
| stickler | one who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something |
| obviate | to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary |
| preamble | an introductory statement |