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 |
|---|---|
| facet | any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration) |
| unmitigated | not lessened : unrelieved |
| sate | satisfy to the full; satisfy to excess; cloy |
| canard | a false or unfounded report or story |
| expound | to set forth : state |
| sensual | relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly |
| minute | the 60th part of an hour of time : 60 seconds |
| painstaking | taking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort |
| facilitate | to make easier : help bring about |
| elixir | a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold |