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 |
|---|---|
| impugn | to assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity |
| blanch | to take the color out of |
| carat | a unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹/₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy |
| appall | to overcome with consternation, shock, or dismay |
| actuarial | of or relating to actuaries |
| wrongheaded | stubborn in adherence to wrong opinion or principles |
| invalid | not valid: |
| indecision | a wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution |
| premeditate | to think about and revolve in the mind beforehand |
| camp | a place usually away from urban areas where tents or simple buildings (such as cabins) are erected for shelter or for temporary residence (as for laborers, prisoners, or vacationers) |