GRE Word List

LEONINE

of, relating to, suggestive of, or resembling a lion

The meaning of the word leonine is of, relating to, suggestive of, or resembling a lion.

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WordMeaning
prosaiccharacteristic of prose as distinguished from poetry : factual
rareseldom occurring or found : uncommon
melancholydepression of spirits : dejection
archetypethe original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
venisonthe edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer
qualifiedfitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent