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 |
|---|---|
| inimical | being adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence |
| luminary | a person of prominence or brilliant achievement |
| physiognomy | the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance |
| potion | a mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine) |
| pulverize | to reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize |
| intractable | not easily governed, managed, or directed |
| enfranchise | to set free (as from slavery) |
| lubricate | to make smooth or slippery |
| biennial | occurring every two years |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |