GRE Word List

IDYLLIC

pleasing or picturesque in natural simplicity

The meaning of the word idyllic is pleasing or picturesque in natural simplicity.

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WordMeaning
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
germa small mass of living substance capable of developing into an organism or one of its parts
concedeto acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly
quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
forwardnear, being at, or belonging to the forepart
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
speechlessunable to speak : dumb
deciduousfalling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
adulationextreme or excessive admiration or flattery