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.

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WordMeaning
mutinousdisposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious
procrastinateto put off intentionally and habitually
encompassinclude
dourstern
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
incidentalbeing likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence
cameoa gem carved in relief (see relief
protagonistthe principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story)
confoundto throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity
buffoona ludicrous figure : clown