GRE Word List

VERNACULAR

using a language or dialect native to a region or country rather than a literary, cultured, or foreign language

The meaning of the word vernacular is using a language or dialect native to a region or country rather than a literary, cultured, or foreign language.

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WordMeaning
strangleto choke to death by compressing the throat with something (such as a hand or rope) : throttle
rummageto make a thorough search or investigation
prolificproducing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful
anarchista person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power
promoteto advance in station, rank, or honor : raise
protractto prolong in time or space : continue
recitala detailed account : enumeration
reputedhaving a good repute : reputable
collationa light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper
dialecticalof, relating to, or in accordance with dialectic