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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misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
cataclysmflood
garnishdecorate
syntheticrelating to or involving synthesis : not analytic
addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted
staminathe bodily or mental capacity to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity : endurance
monasticof or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns
self-indulgenceexcessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims
submissivesubmitting to others
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique