GRE Word List

REQUISITE

needed for a particular purpose : essential

The meaning of the word requisite is needed for a particular purpose : essential.

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WordMeaning
shadecomparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light
deignto condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop
slitherto slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface
gnomemaxim
plasticitythe quality or state of being plastic
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
cruxa puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question
flagrantconspicuously offensive
optimumthe amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end
audaciousintrepidly daring : adventurous