GRE Word List
RETIRING
reserved
The meaning of the word retiring is reserved.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| autocratic | of, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute |
| aromatic | of, relating to, or having aroma: |
| poignancy | the quality or state of being poignant |
| dyslexia | a variable often familial learning disability involving difficulties in acquiring and processing language that is typically manifested by a lack of proficiency in reading, spelling, and writing |
| wage | a payment usually of money for labor or services usually according to contract and on an hourly, daily, or piecework basis |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| mollycoddle | to treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention |
| dilatory | tending or intended to cause delay |
| hue_and_cry | outcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule |
| sophistry | subtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation |