GRE Word List
ILLUSIVE
based on or producing illusion : illusory
The meaning of the word illusive is based on or producing illusion : illusory.
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| caricature | exaggeration by means of often ludicrous distortion of parts or characteristics |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| smelt | any of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste |
| helm | a lever or wheel controlling the rudder of a ship for steering |
| collation | a light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper |
| rationalize | to bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as |
| pivotal | of, relating to, or constituting a pivot |
| regal | of, relating to, or suitable for a king |
| caldron | a large kettle or boiler |
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