GRE Word List

MAGISTERIAL

of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative

The meaning of the word magisterial is of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative.

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WordMeaning
reposea state of resting after exertion or strain
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
sentinelsentry
hermeticof or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d.
cupidityinordinate desire for wealth : avarice
cavaliermarked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain
complacencyself-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
perversionthe action of perverting : the condition of being perverted
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental