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
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant
secreteto form and give off (a secretion)
ulcera break in skin or mucous membrane with loss of surface tissue, disintegration and necrosis of epithelial tissue, and often pus
ordinationthe act or an instance of ordaining : the state of being ordained
pulsethe regular expansion of an artery caused by the ejection of blood into the arterial system by the contractions of the heart
vegetateto lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind
libidinoushaving or marked by lustful desires : lascivious
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
disinterto take out of the grave or tomb
culpablemeriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful