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 |
|---|---|
| ordeal | a primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control |
| pusillanimous | lacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity |
| superfluous | exceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra |
| suffragist | one who advocates extension of suffrage especially to women |
| epaulet | something that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as |
| choice | the act of choosing : selection |
| askew | out of line : at an angle |
| dominate | rule |
| precipitate | to throw violently : hurl |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |