GRE Word List

GENERIC

relating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general

The meaning of the word generic is relating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general.

Random words

WordMeaning
onomatopoeiathe naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss)
urgeto present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly
figurea number symbol : numeral
pediatriciana specialist in pediatrics
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
triviaunimportant matters : trivial facts or details
mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention
commodiouscomfortably or conveniently spacious : roomy
ignoblecharacterized by baseness, lowness, or meanness
imperiousmarked by arrogant assurance : domineering