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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A remedy or treatment used to counteract or neutralize the effects of a poison or disease.
A strong dislike or aversion towards someone or something.
The branching bony structure of a deer, or in some contexts, a similar shape or structure in other o...
A heavy block of metal used with a hammer to shape and form objects, typically hot metal.
The main artery that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body.
A drink taken before a meal, often to stimulate the appetite.
An opening in a camera or other optical instrument that controls the amount of light entering.
The highest or most superior point of something, such as a mountain or a triangle.
A condition in which a person has difficulty with spoken or written language, often due to a brain i...
A short, memorable statement or phrase that expresses a general truth or insight.
A place where bees are kept for honey, wax, or other products.
Confident or self-assured behavior, often with a sense of calm or serenity.
Relating to or involving a catastrophic or disastrous event, often with a sense of a world-ending or...
Not considered to be authentic or genuine, often because of doubts about its origin or credibility.
The point in the orbit of a celestial body, such as the moon or an artificial satellite, when it is ...
Not interested in or connected with politics.
Feeling or showing regret or remorse for a mistake or error.
A person who defends or justifies something, often in a formal or systematic way.
A person who has abandoned their original faith, creed, or allegiance.
A grammatical construction in which a word or phrase is not part of its normal sentence structure, o...
The state or condition of a person or thing being exalted or deified, often to a very high status or...
To shock, outrage, or disgust someone, often due to a harsh or unacceptable situation.
To add something to the end of a text, document, or other material.
A part or accessory added to something, often to make it more useful or functional.
Suitable or relevant to a particular situation or context.
Well-suited or relevant to a particular situation, often due to a common quality or characteristic.
Expressing gratitude, admiration, or respect.
Appropriate or relevant to the situation or occasion; or timely or suitable.
Having a hooked or curved beak, often referring to birds of prey.
A person or entity appointed to settle disputes or make decisions, often in an official or formal ca...
A collection of trees or shrubs, often in a garden or park, for display or study purposes.
A row of shops or buildings, often attached to a larger building or a shopping center.
Secretive or mysterious, often relating to the occult or magic.
Old-fashioned or outdated, especially in language, customs, or beliefs.
A person who shoots a bow and arrow, often for sport or hunting purposes.
A member of an aristocracy, typically characterized by wealth, refinement, and social standing.
A fleet of warships, typically gathered for a specific purpose or mission.
To formally accuse or charge someone with a crime or offense, typically in a court of law.
Overdue amounts, typically referring to debts, taxes, or other financial obligations.
To assume or claim a power, right, or privilege that one does not have.
A small dry river bed or gully, often found in desert or arid regions.
A toxic chemical element, often used as a poison or in mining and manufacturing.
The act of intentionally setting fire to property, often with malicious intent or for financial gain...
Someone who intentionally sets fire to property, often with malicious intent or for financial gain.
A clever trick, hoax, or deception, often used to manipulate or deceive someone.
Lacking in skill, cunning, or guile, often appearing childish or naive.
The state of being in a position of power or authority, often over others or in a particular domain.
Free from bacteria or other microorganisms, often in a medical or scientific context.
Having a pale, wan, or wan-like appearance, often due to shock, fear, or illness.
Excessively silly or pointless; foolish.
With a suspicious or questioning look, usually sideways; or, slightly off-center.
Crooked or not properly aligned.
A spear-like vegetable with a delicate flavor and numerous health benefits.
A harshness or roughness in character or disposition.
A mixture of petroleum and minerals used as a road surface or for waterproofing.
A person who is seeking a position, especially one of authority or influence.
To have a strong desire or ambition to achieve something.
To test the quality, strength, or purity of something, especially metal or minerals.
A gesture or statement indicating agreement or acceptance.
Showing confidence and willingness to assert one's own opinions or rights.