GRE Word List

ENTERPRISING

marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act

The meaning of the word enterprising is marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act.

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WordMeaning
conglomerationthe act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated
similea figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
inarticulateincapable of giving coherent, clear, or effective expression to one's ideas or feelings
shuffleto mix in a mass confusedly : jumble
spatsquabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel
stalwartmarked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit
fallibleliable to be erroneous
histrionicdeliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement