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 |
|---|---|
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| dictum | a noteworthy statement: such as |
| bohemian | a native or inhabitant of Bohemia |
| purported | reputed |
| compress | to press or squeeze together |
| rigor | harsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity |
| eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| tedium | the quality or state of being tedious : tediousness |
| gawk | a clumsy stupid person : lout |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |