GRE Word List
ODORIFEROUS
yielding an odor : odorous
The meaning of the word odoriferous is yielding an odor : odorous.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| incinerate | to cause to burn to ashes |
| inclusive | broad in orientation or scope |
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
| mercantile | of or relating to merchants or trading |
| dowdy | not neat or becoming in appearance : shabby |
| placate | to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease |
| extort | to obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring |
| inadvertently | unintentional |
| husband | a male partner in a marriage |