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
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
spoofdeceive
spawnto deposit or fertilize spawn
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
interiman intervening time : interval
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating
comaa state of profound unconsciousness caused by disease, injury, or poison
extraditionthe surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge
probityadherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness
magistratean official entrusted with administration of the laws: such as