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
lista simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects)
stanchto check or stop the flowing of
homogeneousof the same or a similar kind or nature
countenancelook
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
sepulchera place of burial : tomb
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
tensioninner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion
surmountto prevail over : overcome
squelchto fall or stamp on so as to crush