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
rousinggiving rise to excitement : stirring
figurativerepresenting by a figure or resemblance : emblematic
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
forestallto exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
rapturean expression or manifestation of ecstasy or passion
tingea slight staining or suffusing shade or color
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
orientationthe act or process of orienting or of being oriented
chameleonany of a family (Chamaeleontidae) of chiefly arboreal (see arboreal