Advanced Vocabulary Words
Challenging vocabulary primarily tested on the GRE. These sophisticated words distinguish high scorers and are essential for graduate-level reading and Text Completion questions.
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The hard foot of a quadruped animal, especially animals like horses, cows, and deer.
Addicted or strongly interested in something, often to the point of obsession.
A young person involved in violent or destructive behavior, especially at sports events.
A circular band or ring, often made of metal or plastic, used in games or for decoration.
A chemical substance produced in the body that regulates bodily functions and metabolism.
Extremely unpleasant, bad, or shocking.
A loud, chaotic noise, especially from a crowd; a state of confusion or excitement.
Excessive pride or self-confidence that leads to downfall, often in a tragic context.
A large, heavy, or bulky person or object; also refers to a fictional character with great strength.
Large and bulky in size, often implying intimidation.
Lacking excitement or variety; tedious.
The quality of being amusing or funny; also spelled 'humor' in American English.
A feeling or guess based on intuition rather than evidence; a bend in the back with shoulders raised...
Past tense and past participle of 'hang'; to suspend or be suspended, or to display something on a w...
A large piece of something substantial; also, a physically attractive man.
A barrier or obstacle that must be overcome; also, a frame or fence used in track races.
The management and care of animals or crops, especially in farming; responsible resource management.
A person who works hard to get ahead, often aggressively; sometimes implies someone who makes money ...
A thing made by combining two different elements; an offspring of two different species or varieties...
A pipe or standpipe connected to a water main, used for firefighting.
A nocturnal carnivorous mammal known for its scavenging habits and distinctive laughing call.
Excessively critical or prone to finding faults, often unreasonably so.
A trance-like state in which a person is highly focused and responsive to suggestion.
Having the effect of inducing hypnosis or a trance-like state; also refers to something fascinating ...
A person who is excessively anxious about their health, often believing they have serious illnesses.
Referring to something administered beneath the skin, such as a needle or injection.
Based on a suggested idea or scenario rather than actual facts; conjectural.
An overwhelming or uncontrolled emotion, often involving fear, anxiety, or excitement in a group or ...
A sweet, often colorful glaze made from sugar and liquid, used to cover or decorate cakes.
Extreme stupidity or foolishness.
A dome-shaped shelter built of blocks of snow, traditionally used by Inuit people.
A large, typically herbivorous lizard found in tropical regions, especially in Central and South Ame...
Not conforming to accepted standards, rules, or laws; not logically or legally sound.
Forbidden by law, rules, or custom; illegal or unlawful.
Not conforming to the principles of valid reasoning or clear thinking.
Providing clarity or insight; enlightening.
Based on illusion; not real or not as it appears.
Well known, respected, and admired for past achievements or noble qualities.
A foolish or stupid person; historically used as a medical term for a low level of intelligence.
To fill or influence strongly, often with emotions or qualities.
Extending beyond the reach of memory or record; ancient.
The state or quality of being immense; vastness.
To place deeply into something, especially a liquid or activity.
The process of being deeply involved or submerged in something.
A small, mischievous child or creature, often imagined as a type of demon.
Unable to be felt by touch; intangible.
A situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement.
Showing great emotion or intensity of feeling.
Not showing emotion or feeling; indifferent or stoic.
Not feeling remorse or regret for wrongdoing.
Remaining calm and composed, especially under pressure.
To insert something firmly into the body, often surgically; also used figuratively to mean instillin...
To collapse violently inward; also used figuratively to describe a sudden failure.
Persistently demanding or intrusive in an annoying way.
To annoy or trouble by repeated requests.
To seize and take legal custody of something, typically by an authority.
To make someone poor or to reduce in quality or richness.
Done without intention or awareness; accidental.
Rights or qualities that cannot be taken away or transferred.
Stupid, senseless, or lacking significance.