GRE Word List

PASSIVE

acted upon by an external agency

The meaning of the word passive is acted upon by an external agency.

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WordMeaning
skimto clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
conflagrationfire
imminentready to take place : happening soon
fancierone that has a special liking or interest
monasticof or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns
tendto exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce
braggadocioempty boasting
apparitionan unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing
salaciousarousing or appealing to sexual desire or imagination