GRE Word List
SELECTIVE
of, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select
The meaning of the word selective is of, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| orthography | the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage |
| cataract | a clouding of the lens of the eye or of its surrounding transparent membrane that obstructs the passage of light |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| succumb | to yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire |
| optimist | a person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism |
| verve | the spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity |
| aromatic | of, relating to, or having aroma: |
| geriatrics | a branch of medicine that deals with the problems and diseases of old age and the medical care and treatment of aging people |
| windfall | something (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind |
| profligate | wildly extravagant |