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 |
|---|---|
| abridge | to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense |
| amity | friendship |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| loft | an upper room or floor : attic |
| abstruse | difficult to comprehend : recondite |
| pose | to set forth or offer for attention or consideration |
| ghastly | terrifyingly horrible to the senses : frightening |
| suspend | to debar temporarily especially from a privilege, office, or function |
| retribution | recompense |
| toll | a tax or fee paid for some liberty or privilege (as of passing over a highway or bridge) |