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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |
| cornucopia | a curved, hollow goat's horn or similarly shaped receptacle (such as a horn-shaped basket) that is overflowing especially with fruit and vegetables (such as gourds, ears of corn, apples, and grapes) and that is used as a decorative motif emblematic of abundance |
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
| girth | a band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back |
| onerous | involving, imposing, or constituting a burden : troublesome |
| antiseptic | opposing microbial infection |
| suffragist | one who advocates extension of suffrage especially to women |
| asperity | roughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger |
| parable | a usually short fictitious story that illustrates a moral attitude or a religious principle |
| gourmand | one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking |