GRE Word List

URSINE

of or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae)

The meaning of the word ursine is of or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae).

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WordMeaning
slitherto slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface
thriveto grow vigorously : flourish
intrepidcharacterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance
mutinousdisposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
cerebrationto use the mind : think
crossa structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution
mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention
scrimmagea minor battle : skirmish
vindictivedisposed to seek revenge : vengeful