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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| surly | menacing or threatening in appearance |
| antecede | precede |
| veracity | conformity with truth or fact : accuracy |
| sibling | sib |
| slacken | to make less active : slow up |
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| bigotry | obstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot |
| assuage | to lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease |
| combustible | capable of combustion |
| ungainly | lacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy |