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

WordMeaning
retortto pay or hurl back : return
vindicateto free from allegation or blame
foppishfoolish
validateto make legally valid : ratify
gambita chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position
sentientresponsive to or conscious of sense impressions
haplesshaving no luck : unfortunate
distendextend
muteunable to speak : lacking the power of speech
connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication