GRE Word List

VIRTUAL

being such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted

The meaning of the word virtual is being such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted.

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WordMeaning
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
prattleprate
deignto condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop
fetidhaving a heavy offensive smell
demeritoffense
ransackto look through thoroughly in often a rough way
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
immobilitynot moving : motionless
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
malevolenthaving, showing, or arising from intense often vicious ill will, spite, or hatred