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 |
|---|---|
| appraise | to set a value on : to estimate the amount of |
| dappled | marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background |
| predator | an organism that primarily obtains food by the killing and consuming of other organisms : an organism that lives by predation |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| pugnacity | having a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent |
| musty | impaired by damp or mildew : moldy |
| retaliate | to return like for like |
| prestige | standing or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion |
| denigrate | to attack the reputation of : defame |
| herald | an official at a tournament of arms (see arm |