GRE Word List

SPARTAN

a native or inhabitant of ancient Sparta

The meaning of the word spartan is a native or inhabitant of ancient Sparta.

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pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity
reminiscentof the character of or relating to reminiscence
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose
sadisticof, relating to, or characterized by sadism
spatialrelating to, occupying, or having the character of space
doteto exhibit mental decline of or like that of old age : be in one's dotage
stygianof or relating to the river Styx
magnanimitythe quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity
fienddevil
comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort