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
cavilto raise trivial and frivolous objection
debarto bar from having or doing something : preclude
plaitpleat
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
ricketyaffected with rickets
wrestto pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements
genericrelating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general
outwitto get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart
esteemthe regard in which one is held
wistfulfull of yearning or desire tinged with melancholy