GRE Word List

HINDSIGHT

perception of the nature of an event after it has happened

The meaning of the word hindsight is perception of the nature of an event after it has happened.

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WordMeaning
allocateto apportion for a specific purpose or to particular persons or things : distribute
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal
indignationanger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean
spatsquabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel
abscissionthe act or process of cutting off : removal
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
ingrainedforming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated
lachrymosegiven to tears or weeping : tearful
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity