GRE Word List

OPTIONAL

involving an option : not compulsory

The meaning of the word optional is involving an option : not compulsory.

Random words

WordMeaning
endearto cause to become beloved or admired
matrimonythe state of being married : marriage
salubriousfavorable to or promoting health or well-being
dissimulateto hide under a false appearance
connoisseurexpert
rantto talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
accoladea mark of acknowledgment : award
orthographythe art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage