6000 GRE words
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GRE 6000 - Set 9
(310 words)Word | POS | Definition |
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fungible | adj. | Interchangeable and replaceable with an identical item |
furnish | verb | To provide or supply with furniture or equipment |
furor | noun | A situation of intense excitement or activity |
furrow | noun | A long narrow trench made in the ground by a plow, especially for planting seeds or for irrigation. |
furtive | adj. | Done in a secretive or stealthy way to avoid being noticed. |
fusillade | noun | A series of shots fired or missiles thrown all at the same time or in quick succession |
fusion | noun | The process of combining two or more things into one. |
fuss | noun | Unnecessary or excessive excitement or activity |
fussy | adj. | Hard to please or picky |
fustian | noun | Pompous or pretentious language |
futile | adj. | Incapable of producing any useful result; pointless |
gadfly | noun | A person who provokes others into action by criticism or persistent questioning |
gaff | noun | A social mistake |
gaffe | noun | An unintentional act or remark causing embarrassment |
gainsay | verb | To deny or contradict a statement |
gait | noun | A way of walking or running |
galaxy | noun | A vast system of stars, gas, and dust bound together by gravity |
gale | noun | A very strong wind |
gall | noun | Bold, impudent behavior |
galleon | noun | A large sailing ship used from the 16th to 18th centuries, primarily by European countries. |
galley | noun | A kitchen on a ship or aircraft |
gallows | noun | A structure for execution by hanging |
galvanic | adj. | Producing a strong or sudden effect |
galvanize | verb | To stimulate or excite into action |
gambit | noun | A calculated move or strategy |
gambol | verb | To run or jump around playfully |
gamely | adv. | In a brave or spirited manner |
gamut | noun | The complete range or scope of something. |
gangrene | noun | Death of body tissue |
gape | verb | To stare with an open mouth, often in surprise or wonder. |
garble | verb | To distort or confuse a message, making it unclear |
garbled | adj. | Confused or distorted to the point of being difficult to understand. |
gargantuan | adj. | Extremely large or massive |
gargoyle | noun | A carved stone figure often used as a spout to carry water away from a building. |
garish | adj. | Excessively bright or showy |
garner | verb | To collect or gather something, especially information or support. |
garnish | verb | To decorate a dish with small items to enhance its appearance or flavor |
garrlos | adj. | Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters |
garrulity | noun | Excessive talking, especially on trivial matters. |
garrulous | adj. | Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters |
gasconade | noun | Extravagant boasting |
gastronomy | noun | The art and science of good eating |
gauche | adj. | Lacking social grace or sensitivity |
gaudy | adj. | Excessively showy or flashy, often in a tasteless way |
gaunt | adj. | Extremely thin and bony, often due to hunger or illness |
gauntlet | noun | A protective glove worn with armor |
gavel | noun | A small mallet used by a judge or an auctioneer to call for attention or signal decisions. |
gawk | verb | To stare openly and stupidly |
gawky | adj. | Awkward in movement or manner |
gazette | noun | A publication, often official, that contains news, notices, or information. |
genealogy | noun | The study of family history and lineage |
generality | noun | A statement or principle having broad application |
generate | verb | To produce or create something |
generic | adj. | Not specific or unique |
genesis | noun | The origin or beginning of something |
genial | adj. | Friendly and cheerful |
geniality | noun | The quality of being friendly and cheerful |
genre | noun | A category of artistic composition |
genteel | adj. | Polite and refined, often in an affected or exaggerated way |
gentility | noun | Social superiority demonstrated by polite manners, behavior, or appearances |
gentle | adj. | Soft or mild in action or effect. |
gentry | noun | People of good social position, specifically the class below nobility in England |
genuflect | verb | To bend the knee as a sign of reverence or worship |
genus | noun | A rank in the biological classification system above species and below family, grouping species that are structurally similar or common in some way. |
geriatrics | noun | Branch of medicine focused on health care of elderly people |
germ | noun | A microorganism that can cause disease. |
germane | adj. | Relevant to a subject under consideration |
germinal | adj. | Relating to the earliest stage of development |
germinate | verb | To begin to grow and develop |
gerontocracy | noun | A form of rule by elders |
gerontology | noun | The study of aging and the problems of older adults. |
gerrymander | verb | To manipulate electoral district boundaries to favor a particular political party or group. |
gestate | verb | To carry offspring in the womb from conception to birth |
gestation | noun | The process of carrying or developing embryos in the womb |
gesticulation | noun | A movement of the hands or arms to express an idea or feeling |
ghastly | adj. | Causing great horror or fear |
gibber | verb | To speak rapidly and unintelligibly, typically through fear or shock. |
gibberish | noun | Nonsensical or unintelligible talk or writing |
gibbet | noun | A gallows-type structure used for hanging bodies as a warning. |
gibe | verb | To make mocking or taunting remarks |
giddy | adj. | Feeling lightheaded or dizzy |
gig | noun | A live performance by a musician or group |
gild | verb | To cover with a thin layer of gold |
gingerly | adv. | In a careful or cautious manner |
gird | verb | To encircle or bind with a belt or band |
girth | noun | The measurement around the middle of something, especially a person's waist. |
gist | noun | The main or essential part of a matter |
glacial | adj. | Extremely cold |
glamor | noun | Attractive or exciting quality |
glare | verb | To stare in an angry or fierce way |
glaring | adj. | Extremely obvious or conspicuous |
glaze | verb | To cover with a smooth, shiny coating or finish |
gleam | verb | To shine brightly |
glean | verb | To gather information bit by bit |
glib | adj. | Speaking in a smooth, easy way that may not be sincere |
glimmer | verb | To shine faintly with a wavering light |
glitter | verb | To shine with a bright, shimmering, reflected light |
gllible | adj. | Easily deceived or tricked |
gloaming | noun | The time of day immediately following sunset |
gloat | verb | To show pleasure at one's own success or another's misfortune |
gloss | noun | A shiny or lustrous finish or surface |
gloss over | verb | To treat or describe something as if it were not important or not serious |
glossary | noun | A list of terms in a particular domain with definitions |
glossover | verb | To quickly examine or deal with something without giving it much attention |
glossy | adj. | Having a shiny, smooth surface |
glow | verb | To emit a steady light |
glower | verb | To look at someone or something with a sullen or angry expression. |
glum | adj. | Looking or feeling dejected; morose |
glut | noun | An excessive amount of something |
glutinous | adj. | Having a sticky, glue-like texture |
glutton | noun | A person who eats excessively |
gluttonous | adj. | Excessively greedy, especially for food |
gnarl | verb | To twist into a knotty shape |
gnarled | adj. | Rough and twisted, especially with age |
gnome | noun | A small, mythical creature that resembles a tiny old man, often depicted in gardens. |
goad | verb | To provoke or annoy someone to stimulate a reaction |
gobble | verb | To eat quickly and greedily |
goge | noun | A deep, narrow valley with steep sides, often with a stream running through it. |
goosebumps | noun | Small bumps on the skin caused by cold or fear |
gorge | verb | To eat greedily or to excess |
gory | adj. | Involving or showing a lot of blood and violence |
gossamer | noun | A fine, light, delicate material or substance |
gouge | verb | To make a deep hole or cut in something |
gourmand | noun | A person who enjoys eating and often eats too much |
gourmet | noun | A person with a refined taste for food and drink |
gracious | adj. | Courteous, kind, and pleasant |
gradation | noun | A series of gradual changes or stages |
graduate | verb | To complete a degree or educational program, especially high school or college/university |
graduated | verb | To complete a course of study and receive a diploma or degree |
graft | noun | A piece of living tissue that is transplanted surgically |
granary | noun | A building for storing grain |
grandeur | noun | Magnificence or splendor, especially of appearance or style |
grandiloqent | adj. | Using high-flown, pompous language |
grandiloquence | noun | A pompous or extravagant manner of speaking |
grandiloquent | adj. | Using lofty, pompous language |
grandiose | adj. | Impressive or magnificent in appearance or style, often to an excessive degree |
grandstand | verb | To perform ostentatiously in order to impress an audience |
grant | verb | To agree to give or allow something requested |
granulate | verb | To form into grains or particles |
graphic | adj. | Relating to visual art, especially drawing, engraving, or lettering. |
graphite | noun | A form of carbon used in pencils and as a lubricant |
grapple | verb | To struggle or wrestle with something, often a problem or challenge |
grate | verb | To shred into small pieces using a rough surface |
gratify | verb | To please or satisfy someone |
grating | adj. | Sound that is harsh and unpleasant |
gratis | adj. | Provided without charge |
gratitude | noun | The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. |
gratuitous | adj. | Unnecessary or unwarranted |
gratuity | noun | A sum of money given to someone for their services, especially as a tip. |
gravity | noun | The force that attracts a body towards the center of the earth, or towards any other physical body having mass |
graze | verb | To feed on growing grass |
gregarios | adj. | Fond of company; sociable. |
gregarious | adj. | Fond of company |
grievance | noun | A complaint or feeling of being treated unfairly |
grievous | adj. | Very serious or grave |
grill | verb | To cook food using direct heat |
grim | adj. | Depressing or worrying to consider |
grimace | noun | A facial expression showing disgust or pain. |
gripe | verb | To complain about something in an annoying way |
grisly | adj. | Causing horror or disgust |
groom | verb | To clean and brush an animal |
groove | noun | A long, narrow cut or depression in a hard material |
gross | adj. | Very unpleasant or disgusting |
grotesque | adj. | Distorted or unnatural in shape or appearance |
grotto | noun | A small cave or cavern, often picturesque |
grouch | noun | A person who is habitually grumpy or complains a lot. |
ground crew | noun | Personnel responsible for servicing aircraft while on the ground |
grouse | verb | To complain or grumble about something trivial |
grove | noun | A small group of trees |
grovel | verb | To act in a submissive or obsequious manner to gain favor or forgiveness |
growl | verb | To make a low, guttural sound of hostility or anger |
grudge | noun | A persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury |
grudging | adj. | Reluctant or unwilling |
gruel | noun | A thin, watery porridge |
grueling | adj. | Extremely tiring and demanding |
gruesome | adj. | Causing horror or disgust |
gruff | adj. | Rough or stern in manner or speech |
grumble | verb | To complain in a low voice |
grunt | verb | To make a low, short guttural sound, typically to express effort or discomfort. |
guffaw | verb | To laugh loudly and heartily |
guile | noun | Cleverness or trickery used to achieve something |
guileless | adj. | Innocent and without deception |
guise | noun | An outward appearance or form that conceals the true nature |
gull | noun | A seabird with long wings and usually white and gray or white and black plumage. |
gullible | adj. | Easily tricked or fooled |
gumption | noun | Courage and determination |
gush | verb | To flow out rapidly and in large quantities |
gust | noun | A strong, sudden rush of wind |
gustatory | adj. | Related to the sense of taste |
gusto | noun | Enthusiastic enjoyment or vigor |
gusty | adj. | Characterized by strong and sudden bursts of wind |
guy | noun | A man or boy |
gyroscope | noun | A device used for measuring or maintaining orientation, based on the principles of angular momentum. |
habitat | noun | The natural environment in which a plant or animal lives. |
habituate | verb | To become used to something |
hackles | noun | Hairs on the back of an animal that rise when it is angry or alarmed. |
hackneyed | adj. | Lacking in originality, overused |
haggard | adj. | Looking tired and worn out, often from worry or lack of sleep. |
haggle | verb | To negotiate or argue over a price or terms. |
hagiographic | adj. | Excessively flattering towards someone's life or work |
hail | noun | Pellets of frozen rain |
halcyon | adj. | Peaceful and happy |
hale | adj. | Healthy and strong, typically used to describe older people |
halfhearted | adj. | Lacking enthusiasm or interest |
hallmark | noun | A distinguishing feature |
hallowed | adj. | Greatly respected or revered |
hallucination | noun | A perception of something not present |
halting | adj. | Hesitant or faltering |
hamper | verb | To hinder or impede the movement or progress of something. |
hamstrung | verb | To hinder or restrict someone or something's effectiveness or progress |
hand-wringing | noun | Excessive worry or distress, often without taking action |
handsome | adj. | Good-looking, especially in a way that suggests strength or masculinity |
hankering | noun | A strong desire or craving |
hap | noun | Good fortune or luck |
haphazard | adj. | Lacking any obvious organization or order |
hapless | adj. | Unfortunate or having bad luck |
harange | noun | A lengthy and aggressive speech |
harangue | noun | A lengthy and aggressive speech |
harass | verb | To bother or torment repeatedly |
harbinger | noun | A person or thing that signals or announces the approach of something. |
harbor | noun | A place on the coast where vessels may find shelter |
hardy | adj. | Able to survive under bad conditions; tough |
harp | noun | A large musical instrument with strings |
harping | verb | To talk or complain persistently |
harried | adj. | Feeling strained due to persistent demands or stress |
harrow | noun | A farming tool used to break up and smooth soil |
harrowing | adj. | Extremely distressing or disturbing |
harry | verb | To persistently carry out attacks or harassment |
hatch | verb | To emerge from an egg |
haughtiness | noun | An attitude of superiority |
haughty | adj. | Having or showing an attitude of superiority and disdain for others |
haunt | verb | To visit frequently or persistently, often in a disturbing way |
hauteur | noun | A manner that is disdainfully proud or arrogant |
haven | noun | A safe or peaceful place |
havoc | noun | Widespread destruction or disorder |
hawser | noun | A thick rope or cable used for mooring or towing a ship. |
hazard | noun | A danger or risk |
hazardous | adj. | Involving risk or danger |
hazy | adj. | Covered by a haze; misty or foggy |
headfirst | adv. | With the head leading |
headlong | adj. | Done without thinking or in a rush |
headstrong | adj. | Determined to have one's own way; stubbornly willful |
heady | adj. | Intoxicating or exhilarating |
healthful | adj. | Promoting good health |
healthy | adj. | In good physical or mental condition |
hearken | verb | To listen attentively |
heckler | noun | A person who interrupts a performer or speaker with derisive or aggressive comments or abuse. |
hector | verb | To bully or intimidate someone. |
hedge | noun | A fence or boundary formed by closely growing bushes or shrubs. |
hedonism | noun | Pursuit of pleasure as a way of life |
hedonist | noun | A person who pursues pleasure as the most important goal in life |
heed | verb | To pay attention to |
heedless | adj. | Showing a reckless lack of care or attention |
hegemony | noun | Dominance of one group over others |
hegira | noun | A journey to escape danger or seek safety |
heinous | adj. | Extremely wicked or shockingly evil |
helm | noun | A steering apparatus for a vessel; a wheel or tiller by which a ship is steered. |
hem | noun | The edge of a piece of cloth that is folded back and sewn down. |
herald | verb | To announce or signal the arrival of something |
herbivorous | adj. | Feeding on plants |
herculean | adj. | Requiring great strength or effort |
herd | noun | A group of animals of a single kind that are kept, fed, or travel together |
hereafter | adv. | From this time onward |
heresy | noun | Belief or opinion contrary to orthodox religious doctrine |
heretic | noun | A person who holds beliefs that are at odds with established religious teachings. |
heretical | adj. | Holding an opinion that is at odds with what is generally accepted, especially in religion |
hermetic | adj. | Completely sealed, especially against the escape or entry of air |
hermetically | adv. | In a way that is completely airtight |
hermitage | noun | A secluded dwelling or retreat |
herpetologist | noun | A scientist who studies reptiles and amphibians |
heterodox | adj. | Holding beliefs or opinions that differ from established or traditional views |
heterogeneous | adj. | Diverse in character or content |
hew | verb | To chop or cut with an axe, pick, or other tool |
heyday | noun | The period of greatest success or popularity |
hiatus | noun | A break or interruption in continuity |
hibernal | adj. | Relating to winter |
hibernate | verb | To spend the winter in a dormant state |
hide | verb | To conceal oneself or an object from view or detection |
hideous | adj. | Extremely ugly or unpleasant to look at |
hierarchical | adj. | Arranged in order of rank or authority |
hierarchy | noun | A system where people or things are ranked one above the other according to status or authority. |
hieroglyphic | noun | A writing system using symbols or pictures |
high-flown | adj. | Using elaborate or pretentious language |
hilarity | noun | Extreme amusement, especially when expressed by laughter |
hinder | verb | To create difficulties for someone or something, resulting in delay or obstruction. |
hindmost | adj. | Furthest back in position. |
hindrance | noun | Something that makes progress difficult |
hindsight | noun | Understanding of a situation after it has occurred |
hinterland | noun | An area lying beyond what is visible or known, often rural or less developed |
hinterlands | noun | Remote or less developed areas |
hireling | noun | A person who works for pay, often with little concern for the job's ethics or quality. |
hirsute | adj. | Having a lot of hair |
historic | adj. | Famous or important in history |
historical | adj. | Related to past events or the study of history |
histrionic | adj. | Overly theatrical or melodramatic in character or style |
hive | noun | A structure where bees live |
hoard | verb | To collect and keep a large amount of something, often secretly. |
hoary | adj. | Gray or white with age |
hoax | noun | A trick or deception, often for amusement or to make a point |
hobble | verb | To walk in an awkward way, typically due to pain or injury. |
hodgepodge | noun | A mixture of different things |
hogshead | noun | A large barrel or cask used for storing liquids, especially alcoholic beverages. |
holocaust | noun | Destruction or slaughter on a massive scale. |
holster | noun | A case for carrying a firearm |
homage | noun | A special honor or respect shown publicly |
homely | adj. | Unattractive in appearance |
homeostasis | noun | The tendency of a system to maintain internal stability |
homespun | adj. | Simple and unsophisticated |
homily | noun | A religious talk or sermon, usually based on a passage from the Bible, given during a church service. |
homogeneous | adj. | Consisting of parts or elements that are all the same |