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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| Word | Meaning |
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| drudgery | dull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor |
| trinket | a small ornament (such as a jewel or ring) |
| elastic | capable of recovering size and shape after deformation |
| pass_off | present falsely; represent falsely to be |
| stanch | to check or stop the flowing of |
| tepid | moderately warm : lukewarm |
| assail | to attack violently : assault |
| well-bred | having or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class |
| rectitude | the quality or state of being straight |
| sage | one (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom |