GRE Word List
GLUTINOUS
having the quality of glue : gummy
The meaning of the word glutinous is having the quality of glue : gummy.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| antecede | precede |
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| prosper | to succeed in an enterprise or activity |
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