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
pulverizeto reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize
braggarta loud arrogant boaster
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
alluvialrelating to, composed of, or found in alluvium
juntaa council or committee for political or governmental purposes
unwieldynot easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome
piqueto excite or arouse especially by a provocation, challenge, or rebuff
yena strong desire or propensity
fetishan object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner
collateralproperty (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender