GRE Word List

MISSIVE

a written communication : letter

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

Random words

WordMeaning
clota portion of a substance adhering together in a thick nondescript mass (as of clay or gum)
solicitousmanifesting or expressing solicitude
expositoryof, relating to, or containing exposition
drudgerydull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor
funerealof or relating to a funeral
requiteto make return for : repay
scapegoata goat upon whose head are symbolically placed the sins of the people after which he is sent into the wilderness in the biblical ceremony for Yom Kippur
aplombcomplete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
avowto declare assuredly