GRE Word List

WHIMSICAL

resulting from or characterized by whim or caprice

The meaning of the word whimsical is resulting from or characterized by whim or caprice.

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WordMeaning
hummocka rounded knoll or hillock
gapeto open the mouth wide
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
buffeta blow especially with the hand
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
firebranda piece of burning wood
pedagogueteacher
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anvila heavy usually steel-faced iron block on which metal is shaped (as by hand hammering)