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.

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WordMeaning
palliddeficient in color : wan
caterto provide a supply of food
usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
decolletewearing a strapless or low-necked dress
criteriaa standard on which a judgment or decision may be based
stereotypeto make a stereotype from
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
leerysuspicious
attentivemindful
pulchritudephysical comeliness