GRE Word List

OLFACTORY

of or relating to the sense of smell

The meaning of the word olfactory is of or relating to the sense of smell.

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placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
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outspokendirect and open in speech or expression : frank
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
blurtto utter abruptly and impulsively
simplisticexcessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details
thematicof, relating to, or constituting a theme
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sullengloomily or resentfully silent or repressed
emancipateto free from restraint, control, or the power of another