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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| static | exerting force by reason of weight alone without motion |
| colloquial | used in or characteristic of familiar and informal conversation |
| panacea | a remedy for all ills or difficulties : cure-all |
| paean | a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph |
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| asperity | roughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger |
| piecemeal | one piece at a time : gradually |
| confidence | a feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances |
| puny | slight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak |