GRE Word List

IDIOM

an expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way)

The meaning of the word idiom is an expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way).

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WordMeaning
domineerto exercise arbitrary or overbearing control
augmentto make greater, more numerous, larger, or more intense
odiousarousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful
filialof, relating to, or befitting a son or daughter
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
beseechto beg for urgently or anxiously
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reticentinclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved