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 |
|---|---|
| horoscope | a diagram of the relative positions of planets and signs of the zodiac at a specific time (as at one's birth) for use by astrologers in inferring individual character and personality traits and in foretelling events of a person's life |
| perpetuate | to make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely |
| factotum | a person having many diverse activities or responsibilities |
| traumatic | psychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems |
| tactile | perceptible by touch : tangible |
| boost | to push or shove up from below |
| sap | the fluid part of a plant |
| ultimatum | a final proposition, condition, or demand |
| plutocracy | government by the wealthy |
| indices | signs; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index |