GRE Word List
PUNITIVE
inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
The meaning of the word punitive is inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| taint | to contaminate morally : corrupt |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
| musty | impaired by damp or mildew : moldy |
| ambidextrous | using both hands with equal ease or dexterity |
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| enfranchise | to set free (as from slavery) |
| downcast | low in spirit : dejected |
| equivocal | subject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse |
| ruminate | to go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly |
| distend | extend |