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 |
|---|---|
| simplistic | excessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details |
| fathom | a unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water |
| monograph | a learned treatise on a small area of learning |
| innocuous | producing no injury : harmless |
| betroth | to promise to marry |
| ordinance | an authoritative decree or direction : order |
| assail | to attack violently : assault |
| fulminate | to utter or send out with denunciation |
| plait | pleat |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |