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
propensityan often intense natural inclination or preference
bluffhaving a broad flattened front
pernicioushighly injurious or destructive : deadly
futileserving no useful purpose : completely ineffective
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
intrinsicbelonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
pecuniaryconsisting of or measured in money
impetusa driving force : impulse
ferventvery hot : glowing