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.

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WordMeaning
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
tempestuousof, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent
componenta constituent part : ingredient
besetto set or stud with or as if with ornaments
prunea plum dried or capable of drying without fermentation
warymarked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger
fancyto have a fancy (see fancy
insipidlacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context