GRE Word List

TOUCHING

capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion

The meaning of the word touching is capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion.

Random words

WordMeaning
egothe self especially as contrasted with another self or the world
inebriateone who is drunk
dementedmad
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently
secessionwithdrawal into privacy or solitude : retirement
aghaststruck with terror, amazement, or horror : shocked and upset
procrastinateto put off intentionally and habitually
biliousof or relating to a yellow or greenish fluid that is secreted by the liver and that aids especially in the emulsification and absorption of fats : of or relating to bile (see bile
crypticsecret
glutinoushaving the quality of glue : gummy