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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hypothetical | involving or being based on a suggested idea or theory : being or involving a hypothesis : conjectural |
| debris | the remains of something broken down or destroyed |
| divine | of, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god |
| propriety | the quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness |
| anthology | a collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music |
| defiance | the act or an instance of defying : challenge |
| appease | pacify |
| devoid | being without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment |
| kindred | of a similar nature or character : like |
| devout | committed or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises |