GRE Word List

SYNOPTIC

affording a general view of a whole

The meaning of the word synoptic is affording a general view of a whole.

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WordMeaning
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
amorphoushaving no definite form : shapeless
palpitateto beat rapidly and strongly : throb
evocativeevoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response
hoverto position (a computer cursor) over something (such as an image or icon) without selecting it
expenditurethe act or process of expending
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
malefactorone who commits an offense against the law
deployto extend (a military unit) especially in width
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)