GRE Word List

FIGMENT

something made up or contrived

The meaning of the word figment is something made up or contrived.

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WordMeaning
scurriloususing or given to coarse language
excisean internal tax levied on the manufacture, sale, or consumption of a commodity
foddersomething fed to domestic animals
recipientone that receives : receiver
gadflyany of various flies (such as a horsefly, botfly, or warble fly) that bite or annoy livestock
tendermarked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
vanguardthe forefront of an action or movement
objectiveexpressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults