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
pronouncedstrongly marked : decided
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
phoenixa legendary bird which according to one account lived 500 years, burned itself to ashes on a pyre, and rose alive from the ashes to live another period
nirvanathe final beatitude (see beatitude
flagrantconspicuously offensive
lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
sybaritevoluptuary
voyeursomeone who obtains sexual gratification from observing unsuspecting individuals who are partly undressed, naked, or engaged in sexual acts
reconcileto restore to friendship or harmony
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage