GRE Word List

RETROSPECTIVE

of, relating to, or given to retrospection

The meaning of the word retrospective is of, relating to, or given to retrospection.

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WordMeaning
obliterateto remove utterly from recognition or memory
potentialexisting in possibility : capable of development into actuality
typhoona hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea
harryto make a pillaging or destructive raid on : assault
genusa class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
distinctdistinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete
credulityreadiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence
piecemealone piece at a time : gradually
recalcitrantobstinately defiant of authority or restraint