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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| check | to inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively |
| bland | smooth and soothing in manner or quality |
| concede | to acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly |
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| quibble | to evade the point of an argument by caviling about words |
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| institutionalize | to make into an institution : give character of an institution to |
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| propitiate | to gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease |