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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WordMeaning
acridsharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating
inestimableincapable of being estimated or computed
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
leavena substance (such as yeast) used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid
lanceta sharp-pointed and commonly 2-edged surgical instrument used to make small incisions
bristlea short stiff coarse hair or filament
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
pensivemusingly or dreamily thoughtful
imposturethe act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name
harbora place of security and comfort : refuge