GRE Word List

RETENTIVE

having the power, property, or capacity of retaining

The meaning of the word retentive is having the power, property, or capacity of retaining.

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WordMeaning
corpulenthaving a large bulky body : obese
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peripatetica follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around
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fusilladea number of shots fired simultaneously or in rapid succession
ubiquitousexisting or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread
cringeto recoil in distaste
fumbleto grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly