GRE Word List

VITRIOLIC

bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism

The meaning of the word vitriolic is bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism.

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WordMeaning
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
illusivebased on or producing illusion : illusory
pushyaggressive often to an objectionable degree : forward
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
censurea judgment involving condemnation
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
juxtaposeto place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with