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 |
|---|---|
| caprice | a sudden, impulsive, and seemingly unmotivated notion or action |
| sober | not intoxicated |
| inductive | of, relating to, or employing mathematical or logical induction |
| monolithic | of, relating to, or resembling a monolith : huge |
| histrionic | deliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical |
| inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
| tablet | a flat slab or plaque suited for or bearing an inscription |
| welter | writhe |
| atheistic | a person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism |
| tangential | touching lightly : incidental |