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
diaphanouscharacterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
actuaryclerk
notcha V-shaped indentation
sundryincluding many things of different kinds : miscellaneous
endearto cause to become beloved or admired
loutto bow in respect
anonymitythe quality or state of being anonymous
artificeclever or artful skill : ingenuity
distinctdistinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete