GRE Word List

SENTENTIOUS

given to or abounding in aphoristic expression

The meaning of the word sententious is given to or abounding in aphoristic expression.

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WordMeaning
eclipsethe total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another
thesisa dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view
retrieveto locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)
ciliatedpossessing cilia
decrepitwasted and weakened by or as if by the infirmities of old age
sinecurean office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income
temperheat of mind or emotion : proneness to anger : passion
floutto treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
drudgerydull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor