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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fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
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smatteringsuperficial piecemeal knowledge
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impendingoccurring or likely to occur soon : upcoming
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determinatehaving defined limits
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