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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| inebriated | exhilarated or confused by or as if by alcohol : intoxicated |
| juxtapose | to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect) |
| abrogate | to abolish by authoritative action : annul |
| coiffure | a style or manner of arranging the hair |
| dismiss | to permit or cause to leave |
| ordain | to invest (see invest |
| complacency | self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies |
| ineffable | incapable of being expressed in words : indescribable |
| wizardry | the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery |
| foolhardy | foolishly adventurous and bold : rash |