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 |
|---|---|
| aplomb | complete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise |
| puny | slight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak |
| riveting | having the power to fix the attention : engrossing |
| dissent | to withhold assent or approval |
| heed | to pay attention |
| penology | a branch of criminology dealing with prison management and the treatment of offenders |
| ligneous | of or resembling wood |
| mnemonic | assisting or intended to assist memory |
| vaunted | highly or widely praised or boasted about |
| delusive | likely to delude |