GRE Word List
SANGUINE
marked by eager hopefulness : confidently optimistic
The meaning of the word sanguine is marked by eager hopefulness : confidently optimistic.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| plebeian | a member of the Roman plebs |
| anachronism | an error in chronology |
| idiom | an expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way) |
| philanthropist | one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy |
| anthem | a song or hymn of praise or gladness |
| redoubtable | causing fear or alarm : formidable |
| arroyo | a watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region |
| adjutant | a staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence |
| veracious | truthful |
| hindrance | the state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered |