GRE Word List
MISSIVE
a written communication : letter
The meaning of the word missive is a written communication : letter.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| moribund | being in the state of dying : approaching death |
| magnate | a person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area |
| premise | a proposition antecedently supposed or proved as a basis of argument or inference |
| tremor | a trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease |
| converse | to exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk |
| spoof | deceive |
| permissive | granted on sufferance : tolerated |
| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |
| torrid | parched with heat especially of the sun : hot |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |