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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| surreptitious | done, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine |
| promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |
| unearthly | not earthly: such as |
| lethargic | of, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish |
| arid | excessively dry |
| putrescent | undergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid |
| preclude | to make impossible by necessary consequence : rule out in advance |
| vegetate | to lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind |
| jaunt | a usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure |
| cadet | a younger brother or son |