GRE Word List

MISSIVE

a written communication : letter

The meaning of the word missive is a written communication : letter.

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zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
serpentineof or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement)
liaisona binding or thickening agent used in cooking
solitudethe quality or state of being alone or remote from society : seclusion
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
consecratededicated to a sacred purpose
maneuvera military or naval movement
vertexthe top of the head
hema border of a cloth article doubled back and stitched down