GRE Word List

RECEPTIVE

able or inclined to receive

The meaning of the word receptive is able or inclined to receive.

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WordMeaning
credoa guiding belief or principle : creed
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
mauvea moderate purple, violet, or lilac color
fringean ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band
humanemarked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals
outwitto get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart
salientmoving by leaps or springs : jumping
matriculateto enroll as a member of a body and especially of a college or university
fancierone that has a special liking or interest
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")