GRE Word List

MISSIVE

a written communication : letter

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

Random words

WordMeaning
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
veracioustruthful
terminuseither end of a transportation line or travel route
coupletwo persons married, engaged, or otherwise romantically paired
profoundhaving intellectual depth and insight
salaciousarousing or appealing to sexual desire or imagination
annealto heat and then cool (a material, such as steel or glass) usually for softening and making less brittle
forerunnerone that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as
noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
illuminateto supply or brighten with light