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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| rebus | a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound |
| inept | generally incompetent : bungling |
| abyss | an immeasurably deep gulf or great space |
| yield | to bear or bring forth as a natural product especially as a result of cultivation |
| extradition | the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge |
| circumspect | careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent |
| protagonist | the principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story) |
| matriarch | a woman who rules or dominates a family, group, or state |
| simplistic | excessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details |