GRE Word List
PASSIVE
acted upon by an external agency
The meaning of the word passive is acted upon by an external agency.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| thematic | of, relating to, or constituting a theme |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |
| presage | something that foreshadows or portends a future event : omen |
| pithy | consisting of or abounding in pith |
| coax | to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle |
| waffle | a crisp cake of batter baked in a waffle iron |
| nullify | to make null (see null |
| missile | capable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object |
| crypt | a chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground |
| wispy | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |