GRE Word List

ACUTE

characterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset

The meaning of the word acute is characterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset.

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gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
annihilateto cause to cease to exist : to do away with entirely so that nothing remains
blueof the color whose hue is that of the clear sky : of the color blue (see blue
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt
oafa stupid person : boob
reclineto cause or permit to incline backwards
usurythe lending of money with an interest charge for its use
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition