GRE Word List
MISSIVE
a written communication : letter
The meaning of the word missive is a written communication : letter.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| trepidation | a nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension |
| turpitude | inherent baseness : depravity |
| lucrative | producing wealth : profitable |
| florid | very flowery in style : ornate |
| defection | conscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion |
| turncoat | one who switches to an opposing side or party |
| coquette | a woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| zest | a piece of the peel of a citrus fruit (such as an orange or lemon) used as flavoring |
| braid | to make from braids |