GRE Word List

PENSIVE

musingly or dreamily thoughtful

The meaning of the word pensive is musingly or dreamily thoughtful.

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WordMeaning
cuethe letter q
whima capricious or eccentric and often sudden idea or turn of the mind : fancy
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levythe imposition or collection of an assessment
belligerentinclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness
daisa raised platform (as in a hall or large room)
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
headfirstwith the head foremost
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comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort