GRE Word List

SOMNOLENT

of a kind likely to induce sleep

The meaning of the word somnolent is of a kind likely to induce sleep.

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WordMeaning
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
emaciatedvery thin and feeble especially from lack of nutrition or illness
wanderluststrong longing for or impulse toward wandering
serpentineof or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement)
heterodoxcontrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
frenziedfeeling or showing great or abnormal excitement or emotional disturbance
jubilationan act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant
insularitycharacteristic of an isolated people