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
calumnya misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
universalincluding or covering all or a whole collectively or distributively without limit or exception
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
luridcausing horror or revulsion : gruesome
annuitya sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals
decorousmarked by propriety and good taste : correct
deftcharacterized by facility and skill
caucusa closed meeting of a group of persons belonging to the same political party or faction usually to select candidates or to decide on policy