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
aloftat or to a great height
despiseto look down on with disrespect or aversion
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
adjurationa solemn oath
entailto impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result
resoundto become filled with sound : reverberate
premonitorygiving warning
browseto eat (tender shoots, twigs, leaves of trees and shrubs, etc.) : to consume as browse (see browse
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
prosperitythe condition of being successful or thriving