GRE Word List
OPTIONAL
involving an option : not compulsory
The meaning of the word optional is involving an option : not compulsory.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| libretto | the text of a work (such as an opera) for the musical theater |
| conjecture | inference formed without proof or sufficient evidence |
| intolerant | unable or unwilling to endure |
| malignant | tending to produce death or deterioration |
| primal | original |
| humane | marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals |
| hoodwink | to deceive by false appearance : dupe |
| manacle | a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff |
| meter | systematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm |
| abolish | to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul |