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 |
|---|---|
| nurse | a person who cares for the sick or infirm |
| brawl | to quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle |
| shard | a piece or fragment of a brittle substance |
| remnant | a usually small part, member, or trace remaining |
| clientele | a body of clients |
| ascetic | practicing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline |
| luxuriate | to grow profusely : thrive |
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| fusillade | a number of shots fired simultaneously or in rapid succession |
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