GRE Word List
PREPOSSESSING
attractive; CF. preoccupying ?
The meaning of the word prepossessing is attractive; CF. preoccupying ?.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fundamental | basic; primary; essential |
| flicker | burn unsteadily or fitfully; move waveringly; N: flickering movement or light; brief sensation; Ex. flicker of excitement |
| polygamist | one who has more than one spouse at a time; CF. bigamy; CF. polyandry |
| sylvan | pertaining to the woods or the country |
| pronounced | distinct; very noticeable; Ex. pronounced limp |
| repertoire | list of works of music, drama, etc., a performer is prepared to present; CF. repertory |
| addle | make or become confused; muddle; drive crazy; become rotten (egg) |
| amphibian | able to live both on land and in water; N. |
| bate | let down; lessen the force of; moderate; restrain; Ex. with bated breath; CF. abate |
| eminent | rising above others; high; lofty; distinguished; Ex. eminent position |
