GRE Word List

INIMICAL

being adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence

The meaning of the word inimical is being adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence.

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WordMeaning
egressa place or means of going out : exit
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prodto thrust a pointed instrument into : prick
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durationcontinuance in time
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opticiana maker of or dealer in optical items and instruments
episodicmade up of separate especially loosely connected episodes
rapaciousexcessively grasping or covetous
filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces