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 |
|---|---|
| prepossessing | creating prejudice |
| vendor | one that vends : seller |
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| retract | to draw back or in |
| superannuated | outmoded |
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| start | to move suddenly and violently : spring |
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| rational | having reason or understanding |