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
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
stridentcharacterized by harsh, insistent, and discordant sound
depleteto empty of a principal substance
canarda false or unfounded report or story
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
impeccablefree from fault or blame : flawless
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude
presentimenta feeling that something will or is about to happen : premonition
featurethe structure, form, or appearance especially of a person
altercationa noisy, heated, angry dispute