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GRE 6000 - Set 8

(310 words)
WordPOSDefinition
expediency
noun
The quality of being convenient and practical despite possibly being improper or immoral
expedient
adj.
Convenient and practical, although possibly improper or immoral
expedite
verb
To speed up a process or action
expeditious
adj.
Done with speed and efficiency
expeditiously
adv.
In a quick and efficient manner
expel
verb
To force out or eject
expenditure
noun
The act of spending money or resources
expertise
noun
Specialized knowledge or skill in a particular field
expiate
verb
To make amends or reparation
expletive
noun
A swear word or curse
explicable
adj.
Able to be explained or accounted for
explicate
verb
To explain in detail
explicator
noun
A person who explains or interprets something
explicit
adj.
Clearly and fully expressed
exploit
verb
To use something to your advantage, often unfairly or unethically
exploitation
noun
Unfair treatment for personal gain
exploitative
adj.
Unfairly benefiting from others
exponent
noun
A person who supports or promotes an idea or theory
expose
verb
To reveal or uncover something that is usually hidden or kept secret
exposition
noun
A comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory
expository
adj.
Intended to explain or describe something
expostulation
noun
An earnest and kind protest
exposure
noun
The state of being in contact with something, often harmful
expound
verb
To explain in detail
expropriate
verb
To take away property for public use or benefit, often without compensation
expunge
verb
To completely remove or erase
expurgate
verb
To remove parts considered offensive or unsuitable
exquisite
adj.
Extremely beautiful and delicate.
extant
adj.
Still in existence; surviving
extemporaneous
adj.
Done without preparation
extemporize
verb
To perform or speak without preparation
extend
verb
To stretch out, make longer or larger
extenuate
verb
To lessen the seriousness of something
extenuating
adj.
Making a situation seem less serious or more forgivable
extirpate
verb
To completely remove or destroy
extol
verb
To praise enthusiastically
extort
verb
To obtain something through force or threats
extradition
noun
The process of handing over a person accused or convicted of a crime to another jurisdiction for trial or punishment.
extraneous
adj.
Not relevant or related to the subject at hand
extrapolate
verb
To extend or project known information to an unknown area
extrapolation
noun
The act of estimating something by extending known information.
extravagant
adj.
Spending more money than is necessary or wise; wasteful
extricate
verb
To free from a difficult situation
extrinsic
adj.
Not inherent or essential; coming from outside
extrovert
noun
A person who is outgoing and enjoys being around others
extrude
verb
To force or push out, especially through a small opening
exuberance
noun
Energetic enthusiasm or excitement
exuberant
adj.
Full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness
exude
verb
To emit or release a liquid or smell slowly and steadily
exult
verb
To feel or show triumphant elation or jubilation
eyrie
noun
A large nest of a bird of prey, especially an eagle, typically built high in a tree or on a cliff.
eyry
noun
A large nest of a bird of prey, such as an eagle or hawk, typically built high in a tree or on a cliff.
fabricate
verb
To construct or manufacture
facade
noun
The front of a building, especially an imposing or decorative one
facet
noun
One side or aspect of something
facetios
adj.
Treating serious issues with inappropriate humor
facetious
adj.
Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor
facile
adj.
Easily achieved or effortless
facilitate
verb
To make an action or process easier
facsimile
noun
An exact copy, especially of written or printed material
faction
noun
A small, organized, dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics.
factious
adj.
Inclined to cause disagreement or dissent
factitious
adj.
Artificially created or developed
factotum
noun
A person who does all sorts of work; a handyman or servant
faculty
noun
An inherent mental or physical power
fad
noun
A temporary fashion, notion, manner of conduct, etc., especially one followed enthusiastically by a group.
fain
adv.
Gladly or willingly
fake
adj.
Not genuine or counterfeit
fallacios
adj.
Based on a mistaken belief
fallacious
adj.
Based on a mistaken belief or misleading information
fallacy
noun
A mistaken belief or error in reasoning
fallible
adj.
Capable of making mistakes or being wrong
fallow
adj.
Left unplanted to restore fertility
falsify
verb
To alter information or evidence to mislead
falter
verb
To lose strength or momentum
fanatical
adj.
Excessively enthusiastic or obsessed with something
fanaticism
noun
Excessive enthusiasm or zeal
fancied
verb
To have a liking or attraction for something or someone
fancier
noun
A person who has a special interest in or love for something, often as a hobby.
fanciful
adj.
Imaginative or unrealistic
fancy
verb
To imagine or think; to have a notion or desire of; to like
fanfare
noun
A short and lively sounding of trumpets
fantastic
adj.
Imaginative or fanciful; remote from reality
far-fetched
adj.
Unlikely and unconvincing; implausible.
farce
noun
A comedic play or situation with exaggerated and improbable events
fare
verb
To perform in a specified way in a particular situation or over a particular period
farfetched
adj.
Unlikely or difficult to believe
fashion
noun
A popular trend or style
fastidious
adj.
Very attentive to detail and accuracy
fatalism
noun
Belief that all events are predetermined and inevitable
fatherless
adj.
Without a male parent
fathom
verb
To understand something deeply
fathomless
adj.
Impossible to understand or measure
fatos
noun
Information that is true or demonstrable
fatuous
adj.
Silly and pointless
fauna
noun
The animals of a particular region, habitat, or geological period.
faux pas
noun
A social mistake
favoritism
noun
Unfair support given to one person or group, often at the expense of others.
fawn
verb
To flatter excessively
fawning
adj.
Displaying exaggerated flattery or affection
faze
verb
To disturb or disconcert
fealty
noun
Loyalty or allegiance, especially to a lord or ruler
feasible
adj.
Possible to do easily or conveniently
feature
noun
A distinctive attribute or aspect of something
febrile
adj.
Having or showing symptoms of a fever
feckless
adj.
Lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible
fecund
adj.
Capable of producing an abundance of offspring or new growth
fecundity
noun
The ability to produce abundant offspring or new growth
feeble
adj.
Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness
feebleminded
adj.
Lacking normal mental powers
feign
verb
To pretend to be affected by something
feint
noun
A deceptive or pretended movement, often in sports or combat, intended to mislead an opponent.
felicitos
noun
Expressions of praise or congratulations
felicitous
adj.
Well-suited or appropriate
felicity
noun
Intense happiness or joy
feline
adj.
Related to cats
fell
verb
To drop or descend
felon
noun
A person who has committed a serious crime
feral
adj.
Wild, especially after escaping domestication
ferment
verb
To undergo a chemical change to produce alcohol or acid
fermentation
noun
A process where sugars are converted into alcohol or acids by microorganisms, typically yeast or bacteria.
ferocious
adj.
Savagely fierce, violent, or aggressive
ferret
noun
A domesticated mammal related to the polecat, often kept as a pet.
fertile
adj.
Capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops
fervent
adj.
Having or showing intense passion or enthusiasm
fervid
adj.
Intensely passionate or enthusiastic
fervor
noun
Intense and passionate feeling
fester
verb
To become infected and form pus
festive
adj.
Relating to a celebration or holiday
fete
noun
A large party or celebration
fetich
noun
An object believed to have magical powers
fetid
adj.
Having a strong, unpleasant smell
fetish
noun
An excessive and irrational devotion to an object, activity, or body part.
fetter
verb
To restrict or restrain someone in an unfair or undesirable way.
feud
noun
A prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute.
fiasco
noun
A complete and humiliating failure
fiat
noun
An authoritative decree or order
fickle
adj.
Changing frequently, especially regarding one's loyalties or affections.
fictitious
adj.
Not real or true; created or imagined
fidelity
noun
Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and support.
fiduciary
adj.
Relating to a relationship of trust
fiend
noun
An evil spirit or demon
figment
noun
Something that is made up or imagined
figurative
adj.
Using symbolic or metaphorical language
figure
noun
A person or animal that can be seen only as a shape or outline
figurine
noun
A small statue, often representing a human or animal, made of materials like clay, metal, or plastic.
filch
verb
To steal something of small value in a casual way
filial
adj.
Relating to the duties or feelings of a child towards their parents
filibuster
noun
A prolonged speech to delay legislative action
filigree
noun
Delicate and intricate ornamentation made from fine, twisted wire, often of gold or silver.
filing
noun
The act of organizing documents
filth
noun
Dirt or refuse
finagle
verb
To achieve something by means of trickery or manipulation
finale
noun
The last part of a performance or event, usually dramatic or exciting
financial
adj.
Related to money or how money is managed
finery
noun
Expensive or elaborate clothes and accessories
finesse
noun
Skillful handling of a situation
finicky
adj.
Fussy about one's needs or requirements
finish
verb
To bring to an end or complete
finished
adj.
Completed or brought to an end.
finite
adj.
Having limits or bounds
firebrand
noun
A person who is passionate about a cause, typically inciting change or unrest.
fissure
noun
A long, narrow opening or line of breakage made by cracking or splitting, especially in rock or earth.
fit
adj.
In good health, especially because of regular physical exercise
fitful
adj.
Not steady; irregular
flaccid
adj.
Soft and hanging loosely or limply
flag
noun
A piece of cloth with a distinctive design used as a symbol of a country or institution
flagellate
verb
To whip or scourge someone as punishment or for religious discipline
flagging
verb
To mark for attention or treatment
flagrant
adj.
Obviously offensive or bad
flail
verb
To wave or swing wildly
flair
noun
A natural talent or ability
flamboyant
adj.
Attracting attention due to confidence and stylishness
flashy
adj.
Attracting attention by being bright, ostentatious, or showy
flaunt
verb
To show off something
flay
verb
To strip off the skin or outer layer
fleck
noun
A small patch of color or light
fledgeling
noun
A young bird that has just acquired its feathers and is learning to fly
fledgling
noun
A young bird that has just grown feathers needed for flying
fleece
noun
The wool covering of a sheep or similar animal.
fleet
noun
A group of ships, vehicles, or aircraft operating together or under the same ownership.
fleeting
adj.
Lasting for a very short time
flick
verb
To make a quick, light movement
flicker
verb
To shine unsteadily or to vary rapidly in brightness
flighty
adj.
Lacking stability or reliability, often changing opinions or interests
flinch
verb
To make a quick, nervous movement as an instinctive reaction to fear, pain, or surprise.
flip
verb
To turn over quickly
flippancy
noun
Lack of seriousness; disrespectful levity
flippant
adj.
Lacking proper respect or seriousness
flirt
verb
To act as though sexually attracted to someone, without serious intentions
flit
verb
To move swiftly and lightly
floe
noun
A large sheet of floating ice
flora
noun
The plants of a particular region, habitat, or geological period
florescence
noun
The process of flowering
florid
adj.
Having a red or flushed complexion
flot
noun
A group of ships or boats
flotilla
noun
A fleet of small ships
flotsam
noun
Debris floating on water, especially from a shipwreck
flounder
verb
To struggle or stagger helplessly
flourish
verb
To grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way
flout
verb
To openly disregard a rule or law
flowery
adj.
Decorated with many flowers or floral patterns
fluctuate
verb
To change frequently
fluctuation
noun
Irregular variation or change
fluency
noun
The ability to speak or write a language easily and accurately
fluke
noun
A surprising or unexpected piece of luck
flummox
verb
To confuse or perplex someone greatly
flummoxed
adj.
Confused or bewildered
flush
verb
To clean or rinse with a flow of water
fluster
verb
To make someone agitated or confused
flustered
adj.
Agitated or confused
flute
noun
A woodwind instrument
fluted
adj.
Having grooves or ridges
flutter
verb
To move back and forth rapidly and lightly; to flap
flux
noun
A state of continuous change
fodder
noun
Food for livestock, especially dried hay or feed
foetid
adj.
Having a strong, unpleasant smell
foible
noun
A minor weakness or eccentricity in someone's character.
foil
verb
To prevent someone's plan from succeeding
foist
verb
To force someone to accept something unwanted
foliage
noun
The leaves of a plant or tree, or leaves on the stems or branches on which they are growing
foment
verb
To instigate or stir up trouble or rebellion
fomentation
noun
The act of instigating or stirring up
foolhardy
adj.
Recklessly bold or rash
foppish
adj.
Excessively concerned with appearance and clothes
forage
verb
To search widely for food or provisions.
foray
noun
A sudden attack or incursion into enemy territory, especially to obtain something.
forbear
verb
To refrain from doing something
forbearance
noun
Patient self-control or restraint
ford
noun
A shallow place in a river or stream allowing one to walk or drive across.
forebear
noun
An ancestor or forefather
forebears
noun
Ancestors or predecessors
foreboding
noun
A strong feeling that something bad is going to happen.
forego
verb
To decide not to do or have something
forensic
adj.
Related to scientific methods used in solving crimes
forerunner
noun
A person or thing that precedes the coming or development of someone or something else.
foreseeable
adj.
Able to be predicted or anticipated
foreshadow
verb
To indicate or suggest something will happen in the future
foresight
noun
The ability to predict or plan for the future
forestall
verb
To prevent something by taking action ahead of time
forfeit
verb
To lose or give up something as a penalty
forge
verb
To create or form something, especially with effort
forgo
verb
To decide not to do or have something
forlorn
adj.
Sad and abandoned or lonely
formal
adj.
Following rules of convention or etiquette
formality
noun
A requirement or procedure that is followed for the sake of tradition or etiquette
formidable
adj.
Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable
forsake
verb
To abandon or leave someone or something
forswear
verb
To renounce or reject something under oath
forte
noun
A person's strong point or talent
forthcoming
adj.
About to happen or appear
forthright
adj.
Direct and outspoken
fortify
verb
To strengthen a place with defensive works
fortitude
noun
Courage in facing pain or adversity
fortuitous
adj.
Happening by chance, often in a positive way
fortuitous
adj.
Happening by chance, often in a positive way
forum
noun
A place for open discussion
forward
adj.
Bold or confident in manner.
foster
verb
To encourage or promote the development of something
foul
adj.
Offensive to the senses, especially through having a disgusting smell or taste or being dirty.
founder
verb
To fail or collapse
fracas
noun
A noisy disturbance or quarrel
fractious
adj.
Irritable and quarrelsome
frail
adj.
Physically weak or delicate
frailty
noun
The condition of being weak or delicate
franchise
noun
A business system where individuals buy the right to open and run a branch of a larger company.
frantic
adj.
wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion
fraud
noun
Deception for personal gain
fraudulent
adj.
Involving deception, especially criminal deception
fraught
adj.
Filled with something undesirable
fray
verb
To unravel or become worn at the edge
freebooter
noun
A person who engages in piracy or plundering
frenetic
adj.
Fast and energetic in a wild and uncontrolled way
frenzied
adj.
Wildly excited or uncontrolled
fresco
noun
A painting done rapidly in watercolor on wet plaster on a wall or ceiling, so that the colors penetrate the plaster and become fixed as it dries.
freshet
noun
A sudden overflow of a stream due to heavy rain or melting snow
fret
verb
To worry or be anxious
frgality
noun
The quality of being economical with resources
friction
noun
The resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another
frieze
noun
A decorative horizontal band, often on a wall near the ceiling
frigid
adj.
Very cold in temperature
fringe
noun
A decorative border or edging of hanging threads, cords, or strips, often attached to a separate band.
frisk
verb
To search someone for concealed items
fritter
verb
To waste time, money, or energy on unimportant things
frivolous
adj.
Not having any serious purpose or value
frock
noun
A woman's or girl's dress.
frolic
verb
To play and move about cheerfully, energetically, or excitedly.
frolicsome
adj.
Full of playful energy and fun
frond
noun
A large, divided leaf typically found on ferns and palms
frontier
noun
A border between two countries.
froward
adj.
Difficult to deal with; stubbornly disobedient
frowzy
adj.
Having an untidy or messy appearance
fructify
verb
To make fruitful or productive
frugal
adj.
Economical in use or expenditure; prudently saving or sparing; not wasteful
frugality
noun
The quality of being economical with resources
fruitful
adj.
Producing good results or benefits
fruition
noun
The realization or fulfillment of a plan or project
frustrate
verb
To prevent from progressing, succeeding, or being fulfilled
ftile
noun
A small, flat, thin piece of material used for covering surfaces, often used in games or for decoration.
fuddle
verb
To confuse or muddle.
fugitive
noun
A person who has escaped from a place or is in hiding, especially to avoid arrest or persecution.
fulcrum
noun
The point on which a lever pivots
fulgent
adj.
Shining brightly
fulminate
verb
To express vehement protest
fulsome
adj.
Excessively complimentary or flattering
fumble
verb
To handle something clumsily or without skill
functional
adj.
Designed to be practical and useful rather than attractive.
functionary
noun
A person who performs official duties or functions, often within a government or organization.
fundamental
adj.
Forming a necessary base or core; of central importance.
funereal
adj.
Having a somber or mournful quality