GRE Word List

OSTENSIBLE

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callousbeing hardened and thickened
masochista person who derives sexual gratification from being subjected to physical pain or humiliation : an individual given to masochism
acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
analgesiainsensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
impeccablefree from fault or blame : flawless
multiformhaving many forms or appearances
stiltedpompous
arsenalan establishment for the manufacture or storage of arms and military equipment
wearyexhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness