GRE Word List

SENTIENT

responsive to or conscious of sense impressions

The meaning of the word sentient is responsive to or conscious of sense impressions.

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WordMeaning
supererogatoryobserved or performed to an extent not enjoined or required
flightyswift
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
snuffleto snuff or sniff usually audibly and repeatedly
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
beguilehoodwink
mortara sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
integralessential to completeness : constituent