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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| glow | to shine with or as if with an intense heat |
| elope | to run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent |
| perfunctory | characterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical |
| forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |
| preternatural | existing outside of nature |
| forswear | to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath |
| gush | to issue copiously or violently |
| malign | evil in nature, influence, or effect : injurious |
| novelty | something new or unusual |
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |