Essential GRE words, set 22.
20 words, from mend to notorious. Recall each one, then mark it got it or missed it. Missed words come back until you know them all.
Say the meaning in your head, then reveal.
Miss a word and it comes back later in this set. Finish only when all 20 are right.Space revealLeft arrow missedRight arrow got it
Essential GRE words, set 22 list.
Every word with its meaning. Open any word for the full entry, synonyms, antonyms, and more examples.
to repair something broken or damaged, or to improve a bad situation
relating to abstract philosophical questions about existence, reality, and the nature of being
full of spirit and courage; determined and brave
a person who dislikes and distrusts humankind
a person who has a strong prejudice against or contempt for women
lack of trust or confidence in someone or something
unassuming in the estimation of one's own abilities; not boastful
sharply sarcastic or biting in style
at the point of death or in terminal decline
ordinary, dull, and lacking interest
extremely generous in giving
lacking foresight or breadth of view; shortsighted
a drug that dulls the senses, relieves pain, and can cause addiction
a feeling of sickness with an inclination to vomit
vague, unclear, or lacking definite form
to fail to care for or give proper attention to someone or something
casually calm and unconcerned
relating to a standard or norm, especially one regarded as correct or authoritative
the state of being famous for something bad or disreputable
famous or well known for something bad