GRE Word List

MISSIVE

a written communication : letter

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

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WordMeaning
virilehaving traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree
phyluma direct line of descent within a group
flotsamfloating wreckage of a ship or its cargo
tethera line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement
breachinfraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard
prominentstanding out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant
dilatorytending or intended to cause delay
voluminoushaving or marked by great volume or bulk : large
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
gistessence; main point; substance