GRE Word List

SUBSTANTIVE

having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned

The meaning of the word substantive is having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned.

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WordMeaning
recalcitrantobstinately defiant of authority or restraint
evasivetending or intended to evade : equivocal
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
irreparablenot reparable : irremediable
braggarta loud arrogant boaster
growlrumble
fumbleto grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger
compassionsympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it