GRE Vocabulary Practice Flashcards

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What does the word 'abase' mean?

to motivate

to elevate

to promote

to humiliate (correct)

What does 'abash' mean?

to embarrass

Define 'abate'.

to make less active or intense

What does it mean to 'abdicate'?

to give up power Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'aberration'?

an optical phenomenon Signup and view all the answers

What does 'abet' mean?

to assist or encourage, often in wrongdoing Signup and view all the answers

Define 'abeyance'.

a temporary suspension Signup and view all the answers

What does 'abhor' mean?

to find repugnant Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'abjure'?

to reject something Signup and view all the answers

Define 'aboriginal'.

an original inhabitant of any land Signup and view all the answers

What does 'abortive' mean?

failing to accomplish a goal Signup and view all the answers

What does 'abscond' mean?

to run away Signup and view all the answers

Define 'absolve'.

to release from moral wrongdoing Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'abstain'?

to refrain from engaging in a certain act Signup and view all the answers

Define 'abstemious'.

sparing in consumption Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'abyss'?

a bottomless pit Signup and view all the answers

What does 'abysmal' mean?

boundless and vast Signup and view all the answers

Define 'accede'.

to yield to someone else's wishes Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'acclivity'?

an upward slope Signup and view all the answers

Define 'accolade'.

to praise Signup and view all the answers

What does 'accoutre' mean?

to provide with military equipment Signup and view all the answers

Define 'accretion'.

an increase through natural growth Signup and view all the answers

What does 'acetic' mean?

relating to acetic acid Signup and view all the answers

Define 'acidulous'.

tasting sour Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'acme'?

the highest degree or level attainable Signup and view all the answers

What does 'acquiescence' mean?

acceptance without resistance Signup and view all the answers

What does 'acquiescent' mean?

willing to carry out someone's orders Signup and view all the answers

Define 'actuate'.

to trigger a reaction Signup and view all the answers

What does 'adapt' mean?

to modify to suit a new purpose Signup and view all the answers

Define 'addiction'.

a situation of dependency Signup and view all the answers

What does 'adhere' mean?

to be in accordance with Signup and view all the answers

Define 'adipose'.

composed of animal fat Signup and view all the answers

What does 'admonish' mean?

to counsel in relation to negative behavior Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Words and Definitions

Abase: To humiliate or cause someone to feel shame; can hurt one's pride.
Abash: To embarrass someone or cause feelings of embarrassment.
Abate: To lessen the intensity or activity of something.
Abdicate: To formally give up power or responsibility.
Aberration: An unusual state or condition; can refer to a mental disorder or optical failure.
Abet: To assist or encourage someone, particularly in wrongdoing; to support or maintain an offense.
Abeyance: A temporary suspension or delay of a process or activity.
Abhor: To feel strong dislike or disgust towards something.
Abjure: To reject or renounce a belief, cause, or claim; includes retracting an oath.
Aboriginal: Refers to original inhabitants of a region; can also refer to native plants or animals.
Abortive: Unsuccessful in achieving a goal; can refer to something premature or poorly formed.
Abscond: To escape or flee, often while taking someone or something along; can also mean to hide.
Absolve: To free someone from guilt or blame; to grant forgiveness for sins.
Abstain: To voluntarily refrain from certain actions or behaviors.
Abstemious: Characterized by moderation and restraint, especially in eating and drinking.
Abyss: A deep or seemingly bottomless chasm; symbolizes infinite time or depth.
Abysmal: Describes something that is extremely deep or boundless; can imply vastness or unfathomability.
Accede: To yield or agree to someone else's wishes; to be in accordance with another's decisions.
Acclivity: An upward slope or incline on land.
Accolade: A form of praise or distinction; previously used in ceremonies to bestow knighthood.
Accoutre: To equip someone, typically with military supplies or gear.
Accretion: Incremental growth or increase, often natural; can apply to estates as well.
Acetic: Pertaining to acetic acid; often describes a vinegary quality, especially in wine.
Acidulous: Having a sour taste; slightly acidic in flavor.
Acme: The highest point or peak of a particular quality or state; pinnacle of achievement.
Acquiescence: Acceptance or submission without resistance or objection; can relate to legal contexts as well.
Acquiescent: Describing someone who is compliant and willing to follow orders without protest.
Actuate: To initiate or trigger a reaction; can refer to carrying out a task.
Adapt: To change or modify to fit new conditions or requirements.
Addiction: Dependence on a substance or behavior, particularly affecting mental and physical health.
Adhere: To follow a plan closely; also refers to being a devoted follower or believer.
Adipose: Relating to body fat or fatty tissue.
Admonish: To counsel or warn someone regarding their behavior; can involve strong recommendations against actions.

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