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
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
queuea braid of hair usually worn hanging at the back of the head
lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
winceto shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch
chagrindisquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure
stygianof or relating to the river Styx
fractioustending to be troublesome : unruly
prosceniumthe stage of an ancient Greek or Roman theater