GRE Word List

SPASMODIC

relating to or affected or characterized by spasm

The meaning of the word spasmodic is relating to or affected or characterized by spasm.

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dotagea state or period of senile decay marked by decline of mental poise and alertness
niggletrifle
wardthe action or process of guarding
mendaciousgiven to or characterized by deception or falsehood or divergence from absolute truth
plumagethe feathers of a bird
tempothe rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
secessionwithdrawal into privacy or solitude : retirement
jurisdictionthe power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law
amplifyto expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
barefacedhaving the face uncovered: