GRE Word List

MATERNAL

of, relating to, belonging to, or characteristic of a mother : motherly

The meaning of the word maternal is of, relating to, belonging to, or characteristic of a mother : motherly.

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WordMeaning
incorrigibleincapable of being corrected or amended: such as
propulsivetending or having power to propel
luxuriantyielding abundantly : fertile
probityadherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness
humanitariana person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
bastarda child born to parents who are not married to each other
tenancya holding of an estate or a mode of holding an estate
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
mandatoryrequired by a law or rule : obligatory