GRE Word List

RUMINATE

to go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly

The meaning of the word ruminate is to go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly.

Random words

WordMeaning
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity
discomposeto destroy the composure of
sobrietythe quality or state of being sober
fiascoa complete failure
agnostica person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown and probably unknowable
compartmenta separate division or section
pliantpliable
chideto speak out in angry or displeased rebuke
propensityan often intense natural inclination or preference
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion