GRE Word List

INVERSE

opposite in order, nature, or effect

The meaning of the word inverse is opposite in order, nature, or effect.

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WordMeaning
reticentinclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved
avantgardegroup of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard
furtivedone in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious
tessellatedhaving a checkered appearance
archaichaving the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
diabolicalof, relating to, or characteristic of the devil : devilish
prophylacticguarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection
adversaryone that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent
resignationan act or instance of resigning something : surrender