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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WordMeaning
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
gushto issue copiously or violently
temerityunreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition : rashness
toppleto fall from or as if from being top-heavy
discriminateto mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of
maledictioncurse
dregssediment contained in a liquid or precipitated (see precipitate
withdrawnremoved from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
verdantgreen in tint or color