GRE Word List

NOMINAL

of, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction

The meaning of the word nominal is of, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction.

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WordMeaning
convulsionan abnormal violent and involuntary contraction or series of contractions of the muscles
breachinfraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard
antithesisthe direct opposite
discomposeto destroy the composure of
archaeologythe scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities
prefigureto show, suggest, or announce by an antecedent type, image, or likeness
valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
meniala person doing menial work
voluptuoussuggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form
banallacking originality, freshness, or novelty : trite