GRE Word List

HISTORICAL

of, relating to, or having the character of history

The meaning of the word historical is of, relating to, or having the character of history.

Random words

WordMeaning
vindictivedisposed to seek revenge : vengeful
metaphysicalof or relating to metaphysics
pastea dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls
chimericalexisting only as the product of unchecked imagination : fantastically visionary (see visionary
chisela metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal)
falterto walk unsteadily : stumble
luminousemitting or reflecting usually steady, suffused, or glowing light
riderone that rides
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
accostto approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way