GRE Word List

WHIMSY

whim

The meaning of the word whimsy is whim.

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WordMeaning
astralof, relating to, or coming from the stars
degeneratehaving declined or become less specialized (as in nature, character, structure, or function) from an ancestral or former state
marredto ruin or diminish the perfection or wholeness of : spoil
sagaa prose narrative recorded in Iceland in the 12th and 13th centuries of historic or legendary figures and events of the heroic age of Norway and Iceland
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event
undermineto subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
flutterto flap the wings rapidly
aceticvinegary
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors