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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| preposterous | contrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd |
| legacy | a gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest |
| glimmer | to shine faintly or unsteadily |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| perigee | the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth |
| nauseous | causing nausea or disgust : nauseating |
| medium | something in a middle position |
| rivet | a headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head |
| prodigy | a highly talented child or youth |