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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WordMeaning
pathetichaving a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
crassgross
impelto urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
discounta reduction made from the gross (see gross
touchstonea fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis
chorethe regular or daily light work of a household or farm
ephemerallasting a very short time
squanderto spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate
somnambulistan abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed