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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buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
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manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
ineffableincapable of being expressed in words : indescribable
killjoyone who spoils the pleasure of others
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masqueradea social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes
discloseto make known or public
awryoff the correct or expected course : amiss
extantcurrently or actually existing