GRE Word List

INVECTIVE

insulting or abusive language : vituperation

The meaning of the word invective is insulting or abusive language : vituperation.

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WordMeaning
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
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spontaneitythe quality or state of being spontaneous
hazarda source of danger
lionizeto treat as an object of great interest or importance
languiddrooping or flagging from or as if from exhaustion : weak
illuminateto supply or brighten with light
flaira skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent
disparatemarkedly distinct in quality or character
nugatoryof little or no consequence : trifling