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.

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WordMeaning
turgidexcessively embellished in style or language : bombastic
mulctfine
reparteea quick and witty reply
elatedmarked by high spirits : exultant
negligibleso small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling
dilettantea person having a superficial interest in an art or a branch of knowledge : dabbler
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
paltryinferior