GRE Word List
MERCANTILE
of or relating to merchants or trading
The meaning of the word mercantile is of or relating to merchants or trading.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| versatile | embracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills |
| pry | to look closely or inquisitively |
| adverse | acting against or in a contrary direction : hostile |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| perforate | to make a hole through |
| hermetic | of or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d. |
| hypnosis | a trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject |
| arbitrary | existing or coming about seemingly at random or by chance or as a capricious and unreasonable act of will |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
| lampoon | satire |