GRE Word List

VITRIOLIC

bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism

The meaning of the word vitriolic is bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism.

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stanchto check or stop the flowing of
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
gentilitythe condition of belonging to the gentry
graduateto receive an academic degree or diploma
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
blandsmooth and soothing in manner or quality
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
standstilla state characterized by absence of motion or of progress : stop
petulantinsolent or rude in speech or behavior