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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| whine | to utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| tempestuous | of, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent |
| component | a constituent part : ingredient |
| beset | to set or stud with or as if with ornaments |
| prune | a plum dried or capable of drying without fermentation |
| wary | marked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger |
| fancy | to have a fancy (see fancy |
| insipid | lacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull |
| protrude | to jut out from the surrounding surface or context |