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
emollientmaking soft or supple
virtueconformity to a standard of right : morality
overweeningarrogant
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
foreshadowto represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
marrowbone marrow
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
indefatigableincapable of being fatigued : untiring
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit