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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somatic | of, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm |
affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
gouge | a chisel with a concavo-convex cross section |
incessant | continuing or following without interruption : unceasing |
revelry | noisy partying or merrymaking |
deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
coy | marked by cute, coquettish, or artful playfulness |
derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
quizzical | comically quaint |
pretentious | characterized by pretension: such as |