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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rolling | (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments |
| wizened | to become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled often as a result of aging or of failing vitality |
| abhor | to regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe |
| dignitary | one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor |
| chide | to speak out in angry or displeased rebuke |
| defray | to provide for the payment of : pay |
| biennial | occurring every two years |
| parsimony | the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift |
| apoplexy | stroke |
| avarice | excessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness |