GRE 8000 词表

extremely stupid or foolish

With a side glance; sideways.

Not in a straight or level position; crookedly.

A condition arising when the body is deprived of oxygen, causing unconsciousness or death; suffocation.

Relating to or affected with astigmatism, a defect in the eye or a lens that prevents proper focusing.

the belief that there is no god or gods

To do something to show you are sorry for having done something wrong.

Clothes, especially of a particular or formal type

The process of gradually reducing the strength or effectiveness of someone or something through sustained attack or pressure.

A tool consisting of a twisted metal shaft with a cutting point at one end and a handle at the other, used for boring holes in wood or the ground.

the action or process of making or becoming greater in size or amount.

a circle of light or brightness surrounding something, especially in art to show holiness.

relating to the ear or the sense of hearing

A sign or event believed to foretell the future, especially one seen as favorable.

The use of machines and computers to do work that was previously done by people.

a hobby or minor occupation.

a statement in which you say or admit something that you believe, support, or intend to do

Behaving in a kind and friendly way towards someone younger, like an uncle.

Having the bright blue colour of a clear sky

a wild and drunken party or celebration

To start doing something bad again after having stopped or improved, especially in moral or religious behavior.

a part of a river where the water is not flowing, especially a part that is not reached by the current

To confuse someone completely so that they cannot understand or explain something.

Unwilling to cooperate or do what is expected; stubborn and tending to stop or refuse to proceed.

to deceive or trick someone, often in a playful or confusing way.

To discuss or mention something frequently, casually, or in a way that suggests it is not serious.

A man who is a member of a low rank of the British nobility

A type of lawyer in some countries (especially the UK) who has the right to argue cases in higher courts.

A large musical instrument of the woodwind family, with a double reed and a deep, rich tone, sounding an octave lower than the written notes.

a person who is swimming or playing in a sea, lake, or river

A small, showy trinket or decoration, typically of little value.

to shout or cry very loudly

showing great happiness and calm, especially in a spiritual way

To signal to someone with a movement of the hand or head, encouraging them to come nearer or follow.

To dress or decorate in a showy, gaudy, or tasteless manner.

made wet, dirty, or untidy by rain, mud, or similar conditions.

a plant with a thick round dark red root that is cooked and eaten as a vegetable.

To confuse someone, especially with complicated ideas or information.

to cause something to happen or exist.

To charm or enchant someone, sometimes in a deceptive way.

to see or look at something, especially something impressive or surprising

owing thanks or having a duty to someone because of a favor or service received

to let air from the stomach come out loudly through the mouth

the things that a person owns, especially those that can be carried

puzzled, confused, or bewildered.

to deprive of a loved one through that person's death

wild, frenzied, and out of control, often with violent rage

to be a sign of something; to indicate.

Very fond of or addicted to alcoholic drink.

happening once every two years

relating to bile, especially an excess of bile causing digestive disturbance

(of smoke, cloud, or steam) to move or flow outward in a large, rolling mass

To vote against admitting someone to a club or group.

The crime of demanding money from someone by threatening to tell a secret about them or to harm them.

To make a loud, harsh sound.

A usually uncovered section of tiered seats for spectators, typically made of inexpensive materials like wood or concrete.

swollen because of containing too much air, liquid, or food

A flower or a mass of flowers, especially on a fruit tree or bush

A short, thick stick with a heavy end, used as a weapon.

to try to deceive someone by making them think you are stronger, have more information, or are going to do something, when this is not true

to be a sign of a particular future event or situation, especially a good or bad one.

a feeling that something bad is going to happen; a foreboding

Relating to or characteristic of a socially unconventional person, especially an artist or writer, who leads a free and simple life.

a continuous attack with bombs, shells, or other missiles.

a pleasant, friendly, and cheerful quality or manner.

a sound made by people to show they do not like a person, performance, idea, etc.

To do something badly or carelessly; to spoil something by poor work.

a narrow section of a road or path that causes traffic to slow down or become congested.

a main branch of a tree

given or giving generously; abundant.

Relating to or affecting cattle.

to remove or change the parts of a book, play, etc. that are considered offensive or vulgar

A pleasant shady place under trees or climbing plants in a garden or wood.

(of water) slightly salty, especially where fresh water and sea water mix.

(of a child or their behavior) badly behaved in a way typical of a spoiled child.

Having strong, large muscles; physically powerful.

(of a donkey) to make its characteristic loud, harsh cry

a covered passageway, open on the sides, that connects two buildings or parts of a building, designed to allow air to flow through.

The top edge of a container, especially a cup or bowl.

Having a coat marked with streaks or spots of a darker color, typically describing animals.

a rich fabric, often silk, woven with a raised pattern, typically using gold or silver thread.

to cook food directly over or under a very strong heat, especially in an oven or over a fire

a piece of jewelry for women that is fastened onto clothes with a pin.

to look through or glance at information, goods, or other items in a casual or leisurely way.

A hollow ball of air or gas in a liquid or a solid substance, such as soap or water.

To fasten or be fastened with a buckle.

A person or thing that reduces a shock or protects against difficulties.

A source of fear, anxiety, or annoyance; a bugbear.

A light carriage for one or two people, pulled by one horse.

Gold or silver in bulk before coining, or valued by weight.

To act or move in an awkward, confused, or clumsy way, often making a low, continuous humming sound.

to hit or knock against something with a dull, heavy sound

to dig a hole or tunnel in the ground, especially to live in

(of a woman) having a full, shapely figure, especially with large breasts.

A quality or feature that confers prestige or distinction; a mark of superior status.

A plant that grows in hot, dry regions, especially deserts, and has a thick stem for storing water and usually spines but no leaves.

a dead human body, especially one used for dissection or medical study.

a regular rise and fall in the sound of a person's voice, especially in reading poetry or speaking

The quality of someone's character or the level of their ability.

A thickened and hardened area of skin, especially on the hand or foot, caused by repeated friction or pressure.

a false story or piece of information that is spread to deceive people

A destructive fungal or bacterial disease of trees and plants, causing damage to the bark.

A musical composition for voices and instruments, typically in several movements, like a short oratorio.

Having a lot of space inside; roomy.

a playful, energetic, or mischievous act

to write or print a letter of the alphabet as a capital, or to write or print the first letter of a word as a capital

A tax or payment of a fixed amount per person.

To turn over in the water

a unit for measuring the weight of precious stones, equal to 200 milligrams.

To move forward quickly in a way that is not controlled, often from side to side.

a set of bells in a tower, played using a keyboard or by an automatic mechanism.

the violent killing of a large number of people, especially in a war.

the skill or work of making and repairing wooden objects and structures.

A small waterfall, especially one in a series.

a large device used in ancient and medieval warfare to hurl large stones or other projectiles

serving as a warning

A formal procession of people walking, on horseback, or riding in vehicles.

swiftness of movement or action; speed.

Abstaining from marriage and sexual relations, typically for religious reasons.