GRE Word List
QUIXOTIC
foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals
The meaning of the word quixotic is foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
| dolt | a stupid person |
| furtive | done in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious |
| inequity | injustice |
| poseur | a person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person |
| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
| flutter | to flap the wings rapidly |
| advocacy | the act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| coin | corner |