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 |
|---|---|
| distrait | apprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted |
| effigy | an image or representation especially of a person |
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| prate | to talk long and idly : chatter |
| amiable | friendly, sociable, and congenial |
| solace | to give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console |
| adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
| dawdle | to spend time idly |
| submerge | to put under water |
| boorish | resembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor |