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
coiffurea style or manner of arranging the hair
reproachan expression of rebuke or disapproval
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation
atrocitya shockingly bad or atrocious act, object, or situation
deludeto mislead the mind or judgment of : deceive
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
decorumliterary and dramatic propriety : fitness
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
jingoistextreme chauvinism or nationalism marked especially by a belligerent foreign policy