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
sullengloomily or resentfully silent or repressed
jabto pierce or prod (someone or something) with or as if with a pointed object
smotherto kill by depriving of air
peruseto examine or consider with attention and in detail : study
gesticulationthe act of making gestures
rostruman ancient Roman platform for public orators
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
ineptgenerally incompetent : bungling
impietythe quality or state of being impious : irreverence
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease