GRE Word List
REMINISCENT
of the character of or relating to reminiscence
The meaning of the word reminiscent is of the character of or relating to reminiscence.
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| graphite | a soft black lustrous form of carbon that conducts electricity and is used in lead pencils and electrolytic anodes, as a lubricant, and as a moderator in nuclear reactors |
| sublimate | sublime |
| grievance | a cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance |
| prelude | an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter |
| sallow | any of several Old World broad-leaved willows (such as Salix caprea) including important sources of charcoal and tanbark |
| abode | the place where one lives : home |
| discomfit | to put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| fervent | very hot : glowing |
| academic | of, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning |