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 |
|---|---|
| foul | offensive to the senses : loathsome |
| fictitious | of, relating to, or characteristic of fiction : imaginary |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| destitute | lacking something needed or desirable |
| lout | to bow in respect |
| statutory | of or relating to statutes |
| inept | generally incompetent : bungling |
| ovation | a ceremony attending the entering of Rome by a general who had won a victory of less importance than that for which a triumph was granted |
| coiffure | a style or manner of arranging the hair |
| ruffian | a brutal person : bully |