GRE Word List

RESPLENDENT

shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor

The meaning of the word resplendent is shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor.

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WordMeaning
incandescentwhite, glowing, or luminous with intense heat
slackento make less active : slow up
impedimentsomething that impedes
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
conscientiousmeticulous
hutan often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack
kneelto position the body so that one or both knees rest on the floor
arrhythmiclacking rhythm or regularity
ribaldmarked by coarseness or lewdness : crude