GRE Word List
PREROGATIVE
an exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
The meaning of the word prerogative is an exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as.
Random words
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chisel | a metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal) |
integral | essential to completeness : constituent |
inkling | a slight knowledge or vague notion |
adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |
sardonic | disdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking |
postulate | demand |
hubbub | noise |
crotchety | given to crotchets (see crotchet |
wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
coddle | to cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point |