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 |
|---|---|
| nautical | of, relating to, or associated with seamen, navigation, or ships |
| mollycoddle | to treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention |
| jovial | characterized by good-humored cheerfulness and conviviality : jolly |
| inadvertently | unintentional |
| fetter | a chain or shackle for the feet |
| indignation | anger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean |
| manifesto | a written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer |
| overthrow | overturn |
| compulsive | having power to compel |
| detrimental | obviously harmful : damaging |