GRE Word List

VERITABLE

being in fact the thing named and not false, unreal, or imaginary

The meaning of the word veritable is being in fact the thing named and not false, unreal, or imaginary.

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WordMeaning
hindrancethe state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered
tantalizeto tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach
coercionthe act, process, or power of coercing
alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook
denizeninhabitant
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
magnanimitythe quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity
spryable to move quickly, easily, and lightly : nimble
uninhibitedfree from inhibition
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs