GRE Word List
PENSIVE
musingly or dreamily thoughtful
The meaning of the word pensive is musingly or dreamily thoughtful.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| blemish | to spoil by a flaw |
| probity | adherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| regiment | a military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions |
| caustic | capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action : corrosive |
| figment | something made up or contrived |
| hilarity | boisterous merriment or laughter |
| niggle | trifle |
| contempt | the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain |
| feign | to give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression |