GRE Word List

OBSESSIVE

tending to cause obsession

The meaning of the word obsessive is tending to cause obsession.

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WordMeaning
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
proclivityan inclination or predisposition toward something
prolongto lengthen in time : continue
pronouncedstrongly marked : decided
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt
vernalof, relating to, or occurring in the spring
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
casualtya military person lost through death, wounds, injury, sickness, internment, or capture or through being missing in action
studiedcarefully considered or prepared : thoughtful