GRE Word List

MISSIVE

a written communication : letter

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

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WordMeaning
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
anestheticof, relating to, or capable of producing anesthesia
legislaturea body of persons having the power to legislate
pandemoniuma wild uproar (as because of anger or excitement in a crowd of people)
anthologya collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
mangyaffected with or resulting from mange
rationalhaving reason or understanding
lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
commandeerto compel to perform military service