GRE Word List

PREHENSILE

adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around

The meaning of the word prehensile is adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around.

Random words

WordMeaning
inditemake up
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
ultimatelast in a progression or series : final
repelto drive back : repulse
manipulateto treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
deleteriousharmful often in a subtle or unexpected way
sourbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids and is characteristic of lemon juice
drasticacting rapidly or violently
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
impenetrableincapable of being penetrated or pierced