GRE Word List
MISSIVE
letter; written statement; CF. sent
The meaning of the word missive is letter; written statement; CF. sent.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disaffected | disloyal; lacking loyality; V. disaffect: cause to lose affection or loyalty |
| reactionary | strongly opposed to social or political change; opposing progress; politically ultraconservative; N. OP. radical |
| habitat | natural home of a plant or animal; CF. habitation |
| warp | twist out of shape; N. |
| fathom | comprehend; investigate; determine the depth of; N. unit of measurement for the depth of water |
| credential | evidence concerning one's authority; written proof of a person's position; Ex. The new ambassador presented his credentials to the court. |
| expound | explain |
| fret | be annoyed or vexed; Ex. fret over your poor grades; N: irritation of mind; ADJ. fretful |
| psychic | of psyche; mental; of or possessing extraordinary mental powers |
| notch | V-shaped cut in a surface; V. |
