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
ardoran often restless or transitory warmth of feeling
disputatiousinclined to dispute
underhandin a clandestine manner
elaborationplanned or carried out with great care
ensueto strive to attain : pursue
impregnateto cause to be filled, imbued, permeated, or saturated
ichthyologya branch of zoology that deals with fishes
clamornoisy shouting
overblownpast the prime of bloom
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby