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
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
pastea dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls
tenantone who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another
forthcomingbeing about to appear or to be produced or made available
axioma statement accepted as true as the basis for argument or inference : postulate
prosperousauspicious
skulduggeryunderhanded or unscrupulous behavior
unctionthe act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
portlydignified