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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| gentility | the condition of belonging to the gentry |
| reminiscence | apprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence |
| evocative | evoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response |
| resort | one that affords aid or refuge : resource |
| uproar | a state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance |
| verdigris | a green or greenish-blue poisonous pigment resulting from the action of acetic acid on copper and consisting of one or more basic copper acetates |
| enlist | to secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest |
| stun | to make senseless, groggy, or dizzy by or as if by a blow : daze |
| alimony | an allowance made to one spouse by the other for support pending or after legal separation or divorce |
| flicker | to move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter |