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
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
glacialsuggestive of ice: such as
levitateto rise or float in or as if in the air especially in seeming defiance of gravitation
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
supplicateto make a humble entreaty
legatoin a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones)
explicateto give a detailed explanation of
impoliticnot politic : unwise
jargonthe technical terminology or characteristic idiom of a special activity or group
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently