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
spatialrelating to, occupying, or having the character of space
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
lotterya drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance
swindlerto obtain money or property by fraud or deceit
disparitya noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
sophomoricconceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature
fawningseeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery
cozento deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery
favoritismthe showing of special favor : partiality