GRE Word List

RAKISH

of, relating to, or characteristic of a rake : dissolute

The meaning of the word rakish is of, relating to, or characteristic of a rake : dissolute.

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WordMeaning
onomatopoeiathe naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss)
usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
oustto remove from or dispossess of property or position by legal action, by force, or by the compulsion of necessity
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
vapidlacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat
detachedstanding by itself : separate
celibateof, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:
lacerationthe act of lacerating
putativecommonly accepted or supposed