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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| debar | to bar from having or doing something : preclude |
| accrue | to come into existence as a legally enforceable claim |
| flighty | swift |
| voyeur | someone who obtains sexual gratification from observing unsuspecting individuals who are partly undressed, naked, or engaged in sexual acts |
| malingerer | to pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work) |
| nemesis | the Greek goddess of retributive justice |
| incognito | with one's identity concealed |
| cite | to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) |
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| surmount | to prevail over : overcome |