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 |
|---|---|
| nirvana | the final beatitude (see beatitude |
| acuity | keenness of perception |
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |
| malapropism | the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase |
| moratorium | a legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt |
| entrance | power or permission to enter : admission |
| denizen | inhabitant |
| inhibit | to prohibit from doing something |
| trance | stupor |
| inundate | overwhelm |