GRE Word List

MISSIVE

a written communication : letter

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

Random words

WordMeaning
chipa small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off
cantankerousdifficult or irritating to deal with
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
traverseto go or travel across or over
overturnto cause to turn over : upset
vestigea trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost
riftfissure
malleablecapable of being extended or shaped by beating with a hammer or by the pressure of rollers
well-bredhaving or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class
hoarda supply or fund stored up and often hidden away