GRE Word List

RETIRING

reserved

The meaning of the word retiring is reserved.

Random words

WordMeaning
autocraticof, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute
aromaticof, relating to, or having aroma:
poignancythe quality or state of being poignant
dyslexiaa 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
wagea payment usually of money for labor or services usually according to contract and on an hourly, daily, or piecework basis
quixoticfoolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals
mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention
dilatorytending or intended to cause delay
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
sophistrysubtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation