GRE Word List

RETIRING

reserved

The meaning of the word retiring is reserved.

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WordMeaning
breadthdistance from side to side : width
flicka light sharp jerky stroke or movement
superficialof, relating to, or located near a surface
desperatehaving lost hope
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
pacifyto allay the anger or agitation of : soothe
entourageone's attendants or associates
tundraa level or rolling treeless plain that is characteristic of arctic and subarctic regions, consists of black mucky soil with a permanently frozen subsoil, and has a dominant vegetation of mosses, lichens, herbs, and dwarf shrubs
supererogatoryobserved or performed to an extent not enjoined or required
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence