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 |
|---|---|
| monarchy | undivided rule or absolute sovereignty by a single person |
| inadvertently | unintentional |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
| mirth | gladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter |
| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| deplore | to feel or express grief for |
| muster | a representative specimen (see specimen |
| rightful | just |
| ungainly | lacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy |
| perturb | to cause to be worried or upset : disquiet |