1000 frequent GRE words
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GRE Frequent - Set 28
(30 words)Word | POS | Definition |
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abeyance | noun | A state of temporary inactivity or suspension |
abstract | adj. | Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence |
affront | noun | An action or remark causing outrage or offense |
agitate | verb | To make someone feel anxious or disturbed. |
august | adj. | Inspiring admiration or respect |
burnish | verb | To polish something, especially metal, by rubbing. |
coy | adj. | Pretending to be shy or modest in a playful or provocative way |
deprecate | verb | To express disapproval of something |
disdain | noun | The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of respect or consideration |
disperse | verb | To spread widely or scatter |
distend | verb | To swell or expand from internal pressure |
endemic | adj. | Regularly found among particular people or in a certain area |
enmity | noun | A feeling of hostility or opposition |
gauche | adj. | Lacking social grace or sensitivity |
hysterical | adj. | Extremely funny or causing uncontrollable laughter |
impudent | adj. | Showing a lack of respect and excessive boldness |
inchoate | adj. | Just begun and not fully developed |
penchant | noun | A strong liking or preference for something |
quandary | noun | A state of uncertainty or confusion about what to do |
quarantine | noun | A period of isolation to prevent the spread of disease |
quash | verb | To reject or void, especially by legal procedure |
quibble | verb | To argue or raise objections about a trivial matter |
ravage | verb | To cause severe damage |
recant | verb | To take back a statement or belief |
redoubtable | adj. | Inspiring fear or respect |
retiring | adj. | Shy and inclined to avoid attention or social activities |
shrill | adj. | High-pitched and piercing |
sophistry | noun | Use of fallacious arguments with the intention to deceive |
substantiate | verb | To provide evidence to support or prove |
wily | adj. | Skilled at gaining an advantage, often through deceit |