GRE Word List
REACTIONARY
relating to, marked by, or favoring reaction
The meaning of the word reactionary is relating to, marked by, or favoring reaction.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| atheistic | a person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism |
| upshot | the final result : outcome |
| gratify | to be a source of or give pleasure or satisfaction to |
| penumbra | a space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light |
| desperado | a bold or violent criminal |
| exculpate | to clear from alleged fault or guilt |
| engaging | tending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive |
| margin | the part of a page or sheet outside the main body of printed or written matter |
| trigger | a piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it |
| subdue | to conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish |