GRE Word List

WHIMSY

whim

The meaning of the word whimsy is whim.

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WordMeaning
knavea tricky deceitful fellow
kneelto position the body so that one or both knees rest on the floor
lodewaterway
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
embarkto go on board a vehicle for transportation
impoverishto make poor
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