GRE Word List

SKEPTIC

an adherent or advocate of skepticism

The meaning of the word skeptic is an adherent or advocate of skepticism.

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WordMeaning
imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness
boundfastened by or as if by a band : confined
woefulfull of woe : grievous
dogmaticcharacterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
bickerpetulant quarreling : altercation
gravitydignity or sobriety of bearing
jauntysprightly in manner or appearance : lively
imperceptiblenot perceptible by a sense or by the mind : extremely slight, gradual, or subtle