GRE Word List

SEPTIC

of, relating to, or causing putrefaction

The meaning of the word septic is of, relating to, or causing putrefaction.

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ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
impedimentsomething that impedes
conciliatoryintended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
foiblethe part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point
grandiloquenta lofty, extravagantly colorful, pompous, or bombastic style, manner, or quality especially in language
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
uxoriousexcessively fond of or submissive to a wife
polemican aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another