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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| scrupulous | having moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| exigency | that which is required in a particular situation |
| amphitheater | an oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles |
| occult | to shut off from view or exposure : cover |
| raze | to destroy to the ground : demolish |
| respiration | the movement of air or dissolved gases into and out of the lungs |
| distant | separated in space : away |
| gnarled | full of knots or gnarls : knotty |
| tantrum | a fit of bad temper |