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
decreean order usually having the force of law
misapprehensionto apprehend wrongly : misunderstand
antagonismopposition of a conflicting force, tendency, or principle
crevicea narrow opening resulting from a split or crack (as in a cliff) : fissure
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
morguea place where the bodies of dead persons are kept temporarily pending identification or release for burial or autopsy
debonairsuave
fiascoa complete failure
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
careento put (a ship or boat) on a beach especially in order to clean, caulk, or repair the hull