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

WordMeaning
smudgeto make a smudge on
volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
recriminationa retaliatory accusation
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
unequivocalleaving no doubt : clear
beelinea straight direct course
respirationthe movement of air or dissolved gases into and out of the lungs
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
shuntto turn off to one side : shift
macerateto cause to waste away by or as if by excessive fasting