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GRE Frequent - Set 28

(30 words)
WordPOSDefinition
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