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
cullto select from a group : choose
syntheticrelating to or involving synthesis : not analytic
purportedreputed
conciliatoryintended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate
transcendentaltranscendent
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
unwieldynot easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome
filthfoul or putrid matter
reconditedifficult or impossible for one of ordinary understanding or knowledge to comprehend : deep
plastera medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance