GRE Word List

SERPENTINE

of or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement)

The meaning of the word serpentine is of or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement).

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adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence
invoketo petition for help or support
premonitorygiving warning
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
pretendto give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing
expoundto set forth : state
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded