GRE Word List
TOUCHSTONE
a fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis
The meaning of the word touchstone is a fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| visceral | felt in or as if in the internal organs of the body : deep |
| resignation | an act or instance of resigning something : surrender |
| painstaking | taking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort |
| comprehensive | covering completely or broadly : inclusive |
| aquiline | curving like an eagle's beak |
| veracity | conformity with truth or fact : accuracy |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| erudite | having or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition |
| ingrate | an ungrateful person |
| discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |