1000 frequent GRE words
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GRE Frequent - Set 29
(30 words)Word | POS | Definition |
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abscond | verb | To leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection or arrest |
apogee | noun | The highest or most distant point in an orbit around Earth |
aspersion | noun | A damaging or derogatory remark |
bawdy | adj. | Humorously indecent |
chagrin | noun | A feeling of distress or embarrassment |
collude | verb | To secretly work together for a deceitful purpose |
commiserate | verb | To express or feel sympathy or pity |
conflagration | noun | A large destructive fire |
contretemps | noun | An unexpected and unfortunate occurrence |
conviction | noun | A strong belief or opinion |
croon | verb | To sing softly and soothingly |
depose | verb | To remove from office or power |
detente | noun | The easing of strained relations, especially in a political situation. |
dowdy | adj. | Lacking style or elegance |
echelon | noun | A level or rank in an organization or system |
ennui | noun | A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement. |
expatiate | verb | To speak or write at length or in detail |
fraught | adj. | Filled with something undesirable |
fulcrum | noun | The point on which a lever pivots |
imbroglio | noun | A complicated and confusing situation |
jocund | adj. | Cheerful and lighthearted |
languish | verb | To become weak or lose strength |
nadir | noun | The lowest point in a situation or condition. |
nimble | adj. | Quick and light in movement or action |
ominous | adj. | Giving the impression that something bad is going to happen |
outlandish | adj. | Strikingly unusual or bizarre |
propitious | adj. | Indicating a good chance of success or favorable conditions |
prurient | adj. | Having or showing excessive interest in sexual matters |
sadistic | adj. | Deriving pleasure from inflicting pain or suffering on others |
zenith | noun | The highest point or peak |