GRE Word List
INQUISITIVE
given to examination or investigation
The meaning of the word inquisitive is given to examination or investigation.
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| detached | standing by itself : separate |
| nominal | of, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction |
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| opus | work |
| reiterate | to state or do over again or repeatedly sometimes with wearying effect |
| formidable | causing fear, dread, or apprehension |
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| brusque | markedly short and abrupt |
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