GRE 8000 词表

able to be used or obtained; at someone's disposal.

a large mass of snow, ice, and rocks that falls down the side of a mountain.

a group of people, especially artists, writers, or musicians, whose work is new, experimental, and often shocking to many people

Extreme greed for wealth or material gain.

Having or showing an extreme greed for wealth or material gain.

to punish or hurt someone in return for harm or a wrong they have done to you, your family, or your friends

To state something as a fact; to assert or affirm positively.

having a strong feeling of not liking or opposing something

a strong feeling of dislike or unwillingness to do something

to prevent something bad or dangerous from happening

A large cage, building, or enclosure for keeping birds in.

Having or showing a keen interest in or enthusiasm for something.

To stay away from or keep from happening.

To state openly and firmly; to acknowledge or admit something, often something one might be reluctant to admit.

a feeling of great respect mixed with fear or wonder

causing feelings of great admiration, respect, or fear

Causing difficulty; hard to do or deal with

a small pointed tool used for making holes, especially in leather or wood.

A sheet of canvas or other material stretched on a frame and used to shelter a window, doorway, or area from the sun or rain.

Away from the correct, expected, or normal course or position; askew

A statement or principle that is accepted as true without proof, serving as a starting point for further reasoning.

An imaginary line through the center of an object, around which the object turns

a rod or spindle (either fixed or rotating) passing through the centre of a wheel or group of wheels.

to talk or say something in a quick, confused, excited, or silly way

a painted cloth hung at the back of a theater stage as part of the scenery.

(of a blow or stroke in sports) made with the back of the hand or the back of the racket facing forward.

A setback or reversal; a check to progress.

microscopic living organisms, some of which can cause disease

A type of very small living thing that consists of a single cell, some types of which can cause disease.

a small piece of metal, plastic, or cloth with a design or words on it, worn to show rank, membership, achievement, or support.

a heavily built omnivorous nocturnal mammal of the weasel family, typically having a grey and black coat and a white-striped head.

playful, light-hearted teasing or banter.

to remove water from a boat by using a bucket or other container

Food put on a hook or in a trap to attract and catch fish or animals.

A large quantity of something, especially paper, hay, or cotton, that is tightly bound together for storage or transport.

threatening to do something evil or to hurt someone

To refuse to do something or to let something happen, especially suddenly

a slow, romantic, or sentimental song

Heavy material placed in a ship or hot-air balloon to make it more stable.

A female ballet dancer, especially one who has a leading role in a company.

A small, thin rubber bag that you blow air into or fill with a light gas until it is round in shape, often used as a toy or for decoration.

a system of voting, especially in secret, or an occasion for doing this

A sweet-smelling oil or ointment used to heal or soothe the skin or for relaxation.

(of the weather) pleasantly warm and mild.

To officially or legally prohibit something.

So lacking in originality as to be obvious and boring.

A flat, thin strip or loop of material, typically used to bind, tie, or fasten something together.

A strip of material used to bind a wound or to protect an injured part of the body.

A cause of great distress or annoyance

to send someone away from a country or place as an official punishment

A rail supported by posts and fixed along the side of a staircase.

(of a person or organization) declared in law as unable to pay their debts.

a large formal meal for many people, often followed by speeches

The playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks.

A long, narrow piece of wood, metal, or other rigid material, used as a barrier, support, or for other purposes.

The sharp point that extends backwards from the main point of a fishhook, arrow, etc., making it difficult to remove.

extremely cruel and violent

A meal or gathering at which food is cooked and eaten outdoors on a grill over an open fire.

A poet, traditionally one reciting epics and associated with a particular oral tradition.

Not covered by clothing; naked.

(of a lie or liar) not attempting to disguise the truth; shameless and obvious.

something bought for less than its usual price

a long flat-bottomed boat for carrying freight on canals and rivers

(of a dog) to make a short, loud, explosive sound

a large farm building used for storing grain, hay, or straw or for housing livestock.

relating to the very decorated and detailed style in art, music, and architecture that was popular in europe in the 17th and early 18th century.

A continuous and heavy delivery of something, such as questions, criticism, or gunfire.

(of land) too poor to produce much or any vegetation

a temporary wall or fence across a road, door, etc. that prevents people from going through

a fence or other obstacle that prevents movement or access

To exchange goods or services for other goods or services without using money.

The lowest part or edge of something, especially the part on which it rests or is supported.

to lie or relax in a pleasant warmth or atmosphere

to pour juices or melted fat over meat while it is cooking

A quantity of something produced or processed at one time.

Describing language, art, or expression that is characterized by bathos; an unsuccessful attempt to be serious or moving, resulting in something trite, overly sentimental, or absurdly anticlimactic.

A short, thin stick used by a conductor to direct an orchestra or choir.

A large body of troops organized to act together, forming part of a brigade.

A clayey rock that is the principal commercial source of aluminum.

dealing with sexual matters in a way that is funny but rude and not serious

A market or a street where goods are sold, especially in the Middle East and South Asia.

a fire or light set up in a high or prominent position as a warning, signal, or celebration.

A line of light or other radiation

The way in which a person moves, stands, or behaves

to hit someone or something repeatedly, especially with force

To decorate something in a showy or festive way, often by covering it with ornaments.

a scene of uproar and confusion

a state of being confused, perplexed, or bewildered.

to feel unhappy that someone has something because you think they do not deserve it

A person who sees or observes someone or something; an observer.

to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for

To explain or discuss something in too much detail.

Coming or happening later than is expected or should be

to surround with an army so as to prevent escape; to besiege.

To give a false impression of something; to show something to be false or wrong.

To make a person or thing seem unimportant or of little value.

Having or showing a tendency to argue or fight; aggressive and ready to start wars.

aggressive or warlike behavior.

A person or thing that shows how a situation will develop or that leads the way in a particular activity.

A long, usually hard seat for two or more people, often found in public places.

to force something that was straight into an angled or curved shape

the utterance or bestowing of a blessing, especially at the end of a religious service.

a person who gives money or other help to a person or an organization such as a school or charity

wanting to help people and do good things

(of a disease or growth) not harmful in effect; not cancerous.

A blessing or benediction.

determined to do or have something

to arrange for money or property to be given to somebody after your death, especially by means of a will.

Something, such as property or money, that is given to someone through a will after the giver's death.

To scold or criticize someone angrily

Deprived of or lacking something, especially a non-material asset.

to trouble or harass persistently from all sides

to surround a place with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender.

To damage the reputation of someone or something.

Of or like a beast; brutal or savage.

to give something as an honor or present

to give information about someone or something to an enemy

to formally promise to marry someone

A drink other than water; a liquid for drinking.

to confuse someone very much