GRE Word List

MISSIVE

a written communication : letter

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

Random words

WordMeaning
dilemmaa usually undesirable or unpleasant choice
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
evanescenttending to vanish like vapor
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
reserveto hold in reserve : keep back
askancewith disapproval or distrust : scornfully
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
arsenalan establishment for the manufacture or storage of arms and military equipment
scrappyconsisting of scraps
abnegationdenial