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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pinion | the terminal section of a bird's wing including the carpus, metacarpus, and phalanges |
| high-flown | exceedingly or excessively high or favorable |
| hoodwink | to deceive by false appearance : dupe |
| quash | to suppress or extinguish summarily and completely |
| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| frolic | full of fun : merry |
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