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
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
flotsamfloating wreckage of a ship or its cargo
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
suppositionsomething that is supposed : hypothesis
tippleto drink liquor especially by habit or to excess
florescencea state or period of flourishing
irreconcilableimpossible to reconcile
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
withdrawnremoved from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone