GRE Word List
PERIPATETIC
a follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism
The meaning of the word peripatetic is a follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism.
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incite | to move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on |
hypnosis | a trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject |
eulogy | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
ingratiate | to gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort |
lout | to bow in respect |
indiscriminate | not marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment |
hew | to cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument |
drama | a composition (see composition |
refulgent | a radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance |
capricious | governed or characterized by caprice : impulsive |