GRE Word List

RESTIVE

stubbornly resisting control : balky

The meaning of the word restive is stubbornly resisting control : balky.

Random words

WordMeaning
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
contrivancea thing contrived
coagulateto cause to become viscous or thickened into a coherent mass : curdle
revulsiona strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal
bigota person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices
incentivesomething that incites or has a tendency to incite to determination or action
chafeirritate
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
sunderto break apart or in two : separate by or as if by violence or by intervening time or space
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion