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
ramshackleappearing ready to collapse : rickety
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
sanguinarybloodthirsty
sinewyfull of sinews: such as
approbationcommendation
clouta piece of cloth or leather : rag
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
tycoona businessperson of exceptional wealth, power, and influence : magnate
snickerto laugh in a covert or partly suppressed manner : titter
lanknot well filled out : slender