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.

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WordMeaning
temperatehaving a moderate climate which especially lacks extremes in temperature
diaphanouscharacterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
velocityquickness of motion : speed
deferencerespect and esteem due a superior or an elder
stereotypeto make a stereotype from
spontaneitythe quality or state of being spontaneous
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
enamoredaffected by strong feelings of love, admiration, or fascination
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design