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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| buttress | a projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building |
| vassal | a person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant |
| manacle | a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff |
| ineffable | incapable of being expressed in words : indescribable |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
| lust | usually intense or unbridled sexual desire : lasciviousness |
| masquerade | a social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes |
| disclose | to make known or public |
| awry | off the correct or expected course : amiss |
| extant | currently or actually existing |