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.

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WordMeaning
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
knitto form by interlacing yarn or thread in a series of connected loops with needles
incensematerial used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
emollientmaking soft or supple
stampedea wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals
droopto hang or incline downward
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice
transposeto change the relative place or normal order of : alter the sequence of
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)