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 |
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atypical | not typical : irregular |
wont | accustomed |
phobia | an exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation |
fanfare | a short and lively sounding of trumpets |
flay | to strip off the skin or surface of : skin |
vagary | an erratic, unpredictable, or extravagant manifestation, action, or notion |
culvert | a transverse drain |
resentment | a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury |
fawning | seeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery |
vying | contending; to strive for superiority |