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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| recrimination | a retaliatory accusation |
| preempt | to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption |
| ungainly | lacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy |
| exorbitant | not coming within the scope of the law |
| ventilate | to expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing |
| culinary | of or relating to the kitchen or cookery |
| dirge | a song or hymn of grief or lamentation |
| ruthless | having no pity : merciless |
| piecemeal | one piece at a time : gradually |
| toll | a tax or fee paid for some liberty or privilege (as of passing over a highway or bridge) |