GRE Word List

IMPERATIVE

not to be avoided or evaded : necessary

The meaning of the word imperative is not to be avoided or evaded : necessary.

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WordMeaning
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
embarkto go on board a vehicle for transportation
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
monasticof or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns
palpitateto beat rapidly and strongly : throb
sacrosanctmost sacred or holy : inviolable
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
dissertationan extended usually written treatment of a subject
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited