GRE Word List
OBLIGATORY
binding in law or conscience
The meaning of the word obligatory is binding in law or conscience.
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| luxuriant | yielding abundantly : fertile |
| humid | containing or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive |
| bid | to offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| scurvy | a disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| flowery | of, relating to, or resembling flowers |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| preposterous | contrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd |
| succor | relief |