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
extrinsicnot forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous
repercussionreflection
doctrinea principle or position or the body of principles in a branch of knowledge or system of belief : dogma
scintillateto emit sparks : spark
impietythe quality or state of being impious : irreverence
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
sagaa prose narrative recorded in Iceland in the 12th and 13th centuries of historic or legendary figures and events of the heroic age of Norway and Iceland
impeachto charge with a crime or misdemeanor
appallto overcome with consternation, shock, or dismay
virulentmarked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course