GRE Word List

OPTIONAL

involving an option : not compulsory

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

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WordMeaning
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
patriciana member of one of the original citizen families of ancient Rome
substantialconsisting of or relating to substance
rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
elegya poem in elegiac couplets
exhaleto rise or be given off as vapor
floutto treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance
anonymitythe quality or state of being anonymous