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
coincidencethe act or condition of coinciding : correspondence
retainto keep in possession or use
bereavedsuffering the death of a loved one
raveto talk irrationally in or as if in delirium
piousmarked by or showing reverence for deity and devotion to divine worship
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
indoctrinateto imbue with a usually partisan or sectarian opinion, point of view, or principle
servitudea condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life