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
epistemologistthe study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
revoketo annul by recalling or taking back : rescind
indignationanger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean
swarma great number of honeybees emigrating together from a hive in company with a queen to start a new colony elsewhere
seduceto persuade to disobedience or disloyalty
exactingtryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands
chasethe hunting of wild animals
superficialof, relating to, or located near a surface
pathosan element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion