GRE Word List

RETICENT

inclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved

The meaning of the word reticent is inclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved.

Random words

WordMeaning
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
inchoatebeing only partly in existence or operation : incipient
parablea usually short fictitious story that illustrates a moral attitude or a religious principle
palliateto reduce the violence of (a disease)
indomitableincapable of being subdued : unconquerable
desiccateto dry up
havenharbor
invoketo petition for help or support
woefulfull of woe : grievous
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis