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
mawkishlacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste
indisputablenot disputable : unquestionable
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
flicka light sharp jerky stroke or movement
predisposeto dispose in advance
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
inveterateconfirmed in a habit : habitual
purchaseto obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy