GRE Word List
EXPLETIVE
a syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense
The meaning of the word expletive is a syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stringent | tight |
| unfaltering | not wavering or weakening : firm |
| stickler | one who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something |
| scourge | whip |
| bountiful | liberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors |
| fissure | a narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting |
| surly | menacing or threatening in appearance |
| balm | a balsamic (see balsamic |
| scad | any of several carangid fishes (especially of the genus Decapterus) |
| dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |