GRE Word List

COLLOQUIAL

used in or characteristic of familiar and informal conversation

The meaning of the word colloquial is used in or characteristic of familiar and informal conversation.

Random words

WordMeaning
temporalof or relating to time as opposed to eternity
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
sectarianof, relating to, or characteristic of a sect or sectarian
repressto check by or as if by pressure : curb
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
culminationthe action of culminating
mesmerizeto subject to mesmerism
amenableliable to be brought to account : answerable