GRE Vocabulary — Group 19 — Quiz

1. Which definition matches Urbane? Verisimilitude is the believable, realistic quality that makes an invented story or scene feel genuine. An urbane person carries themselves with graceful confidence and charm, especially in refined social settings. Uncouth behavior is crude and unpolished, showing a clear lack of proper social training. Using more words than needed; wordy.

2. Which definition matches Trifling? Something turgid is either physically swollen or, in writing, bloated with unnecessarily grand and complicated language. Extremely harmful, hostile, or severe, whether describing a disease, a poison, or bitter hatred. Something trifling is so minor or insignificant that it barely deserves attention. A verdant landscape is rich with thriving green plants and grass, suggesting freshness and fertility.

3. Which definition matches Vex? To vex someone is to cause them persistent irritation or mild distress. A small remaining trace or mark of something that used to exist but has mostly disappeared. Uncouth behavior is crude and unpolished, showing a clear lack of proper social training. Something turgid is either physically swollen or, in writing, bloated with unnecessarily grand and complicated language.

4. Which definition matches Vestige? Turpitude refers to conduct so morally corrupt that it shocks or disgusts those who witness it. To vex someone is to cause them persistent irritation or mild distress. A verdant landscape is rich with thriving green plants and grass, suggesting freshness and fertility. A small remaining trace or mark of something that used to exist but has mostly disappeared.

5. Which definition matches Venal? Something turgid is either physically swollen or, in writing, bloated with unnecessarily grand and complicated language. A venal official or person can be persuaded to act dishonestly whenever enough money changes hands. A verdant landscape is rich with thriving green plants and grass, suggesting freshness and fertility. A vivacious person radiates lively energy and cheerful enthusiasm in nearly everything they do.

6. Which definition matches Verdant? Using more words than needed; wordy. A verdant landscape is rich with thriving green plants and grass, suggesting freshness and fertility. A vicissitude is one of the unpredictable ups and downs that life brings over time. Not held back or controlled; expressed with total freedom, often referring to strong emotion.

7. Which definition matches Winsome? Something variegated displays a rich mixture of different colors, patterns, or types within a single whole. A winsome smile or personality wins people over instantly through natural charm and warmth. Uncouth behavior is crude and unpolished, showing a clear lack of proper social training. A verdant landscape is rich with thriving green plants and grass, suggesting freshness and fertility.

8. Which definition matches Unbridled? A trenchant comment cuts straight to the heart of an issue with forceful clarity and insight. Not held back or controlled; expressed with total freedom, often referring to strong emotion. An unwitting participant plays a role in something without realizing it or intending to. A winsome smile or personality wins people over instantly through natural charm and warmth.

9. Which definition matches Turgid? Turpitude refers to conduct so morally corrupt that it shocks or disgusts those who witness it. Something turgid is either physically swollen or, in writing, bloated with unnecessarily grand and complicated language. Not held back or controlled; expressed with total freedom, often referring to strong emotion. Something unfettered operates with complete freedom, unbound by any rule, chain, or limitation.

10. Which definition matches Verbose? Usury is the act of charging excessive interest on a loan, exploiting the borrower's need for money. Something unfettered operates with complete freedom, unbound by any rule, chain, or limitation. Using more words than needed; wordy. Extremely harmful, hostile, or severe, whether describing a disease, a poison, or bitter hatred.