GRE Word List
WHIMSY
whim
The meaning of the word whimsy is whim.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| materialism | a theory that physical matter is the only or fundamental reality and that all being and processes and phenomena can be explained as manifestations or results of matter (see matter |
| deplete | to empty of a principal substance |
| anomalous | inconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular |
| incontinent | not continent: such as |
| opulence | wealth |
| articulate | expressing oneself readily, clearly, and effectively |
| malingerer | to pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work) |
| homeostasis | a relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group |
| legacy | a gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest |
| perfunctory | characterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical |