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
commemorativeintended as a commemoration
zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
brawnymuscular
felicitythe quality or state of being happy
riddlea mystifying, misleading, or puzzling question posed as a problem to be solved or guessed : conundrum
protegeone who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence
hallowedholy
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
expiateto make amends for
polemican aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another