Essential GRE words, set 3.
20 words, from arcane to banter. 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 3 list.
Every word with its meaning. Open any word for the full entry, synonyms, antonyms, and more examples.
understood by only a few; mysterious
belonging to an earlier period; old-fashioned
marked by intense passion or enthusiasm
an object made by humans, typically one of cultural or historical interest
clever or cunning trickery to deceive
without guile or pretense; natural and sincere
attacks on the reputation or integrity of someone; damaging or derogatory remarks
a strong desire or ambition to achieve something, or the act of breathing in
to evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, or value of something
shrewd and perceptive in judgment
to make amends or reparation for a wrong or injury that one has committed
paying close attention to something or someone, or thoughtfully considerate of the needs of others
to reduce the strength, force, or value of something
to make something greater by adding to it
to be a sign of a future outcome
suggesting a favorable outcome; promising
extreme greed for wealth or material gain
to prevent something unpleasant from happening; or to turn away one's eyes or thoughts
a statement or proposition that is regarded as established, accepted, and self-evidently true
light, playful, and friendly exchange of remarks; good-humored teasing