GRE Word List

FOREBEARS

ancestor

The meaning of the word forebears is ancestor.

Random words

WordMeaning
cullto select from a group : choose
inductiveof, relating to, or employing mathematical or logical induction
leave-takingdeparture
exiguousexcessively scanty : inadequate
sportivefrolicsome
provisionalserving for the time being : temporary
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
swathea band used in swathing
nattytrimly neat and tidy : smart
aversiona feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it