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

WordMeaning
ellipsisthe omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete
volubleeasily rolling or turning : rotating
reckoncount
transcendentexceeding usual limits : surpassing
cemeterya burial ground
shamblesa meat market
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
balmyhaving the qualities of balm : soothing
primto give a prim or demure expression to
dozeto sleep lightly