GRE Word List
PRODIGAL
characterized by profuse or wasteful expenditure : lavish
The meaning of the word prodigal is characterized by profuse or wasteful expenditure : lavish.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |
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| silt | loose sedimentary material with rock particles usually ¹/₂₀ millimeter or less in diameter |
| pithy | consisting of or abounding in pith |
| alcove | a small recessed section of a room : nook |
| indulge | to yield to the desire of : humor |
| sluggard | a habitually lazy person |
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| stealth | a cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection |
| bountiful | liberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors |