GRE Word List
OSTENSIBLE
intended for display : open to view
The meaning of the word ostensible is intended for display : open to view.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pall | to lose strength or effectiveness |
| obstreperous | marked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous |
| finesse | refinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| tardy | moving slowly : sluggish |
| sacrosanct | most sacred or holy : inviolable |
| recumbent | suggestive of repose : leaning |
| substantiate | to give substance or form to : embody |
| patina | a usually green film formed naturally on copper and bronze by long exposure or artificially (as by acids) and often valued aesthetically for its color |