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
enumerateto ascertain the number of : count
quibbleto evade the point of an argument by caviling about words
concurto express agreement
impedimentsomething that impedes
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
miteany of numerous small acarid arachnids that often infest animals, plants, and stored foods and include important disease vectors
spruceto make spruce
dispassionatenot influenced by strong feeling
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph