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
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
juncturea point of time
agglomerationthe action or process of collecting in a mass
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
substantialconsisting of or relating to substance
presumptuousoverstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties
distinctivemarking as separate or different : serving to distinguish
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose
trilogya series of three dramas or literary works or sometimes three musical compositions that are closely related and develop a single theme