GRE 8000 词表

Noisy and disorderly

Rough, broken pieces of stone, brick, concrete, etc., especially from a destroyed or demolished building.

A dense crowd of people.

A bag with shoulder straps that allow it to be carried on the back, used especially by hikers and soldiers.

Having a reddish color, often used to describe a healthy complexion.

to make a continuous deep sound

To think deeply about something.

to make a soft, light sound like dry leaves or paper moving or rubbing together

A person who steals cattle, horses, or other livestock.

Excessively sweet or sentimental to the point of being unpleasant or insincere.

A large bag made of a strong material such as burlap, used for storing and carrying goods.

a religious ceremony or ritual regarded as an outward and visible sign of inward and spiritual divine grace, especially in the Christian Church.

deriving pleasure or gratification from inflicting pain, suffering, or humiliation on others.

protected from danger, harm, or risk

a long, detailed story of connected events, especially one telling the history of a family over several generations.

Containing or producing salt.

A hospital for long-term illness or for treatment of convalescence, especially in a place with a healthy climate.

the ability to stay calm in a difficult or dangerous situation; composure

Relating to the protection of health, especially by removing dirt, waste, and germs.

A young tree.

showing that you think you are better than other people and do not take them seriously, using humor that is cruel and mocking.

of or relating to satan; characteristic of satan or devil worship.

Having had one's appetite or desire completely satisfied; full to the point of excess.

A hard, dry covering that forms over a cut or wound on the skin as it heals.

having a rough surface because of small points, lumps, etc.

a very large number or amount

To burn the skin with very hot liquid or steam.

to run with quick light steps, especially because you are playful or frightened

To look at all parts of something carefully in order to detect some feature

A mark left on the skin or on body tissue after a wound, burn, or sore has healed

To cause someone to feel frightened or anxious.

A very steep slope or cliff; an escarpment.

to harm or injure, especially by scorching or searing.

Having doubts that a claim or statement is true or that something will happen.

To emit quick flashes of light; to sparkle.

The act or process of cutting or dividing something, especially along a natural line or division.

a light two-wheeled vehicle with a small motor, that you stand on and ride

extremely hot

to clean or polish something by rubbing it hard with a rough material

to move or climb quickly but with difficulty, often using your hands

To rub a surface with something sharp or rough, often making a harsh noise or causing slight damage.

a long, formal speech or piece of writing, often seen as boring or complaining

extremely tasty or delicious

to move or run quickly, often with a smooth, gliding motion, especially of clouds or ships.

To move quickly with short, hurried steps; to scurry.

to run with quick, short steps, especially because you are afraid or do not want to be noticed

(of a person or their life) traveling by or working at sea

to keep (someone or something) away from other people or things; to isolate.

A religious or political group that has separated from a larger group and has its own distinct set of beliefs.

Conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against the authority of a state or monarch.

Relating to, involving, or encouraging rebellion against the authority of a state or ruler.

The act of making yourself seem less important or less deserving of respect than you are.

excessively preoccupied with one's own thoughts, feelings, or situation; self-centered.

The confident and forceful expression or promotion of oneself, one's views, or one's desires.

(of a person) having or showing the weaknesses or diseases of old age, especially a loss of mental faculties.

to make someone or something sensitive or more sensitive to a physical substance, a social issue, or an idea.

Relating to the physical senses, especially sexual pleasure.

(of a person or their manner or speech) given to moralizing in a pompous or affected manner.

A soldier stationed to keep guard or to control access to a place.

(of a person) Tending to follow or obey others without question or criticism; intellectually servile.

A condition which is the consequence of a previous disease or injury.

To take legal possession of assets until a debt has been paid or other claims have been resolved.

a piece of music sung or played in the open air at night, typically by a man to a woman he loves.

The occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.

The state or condition of being a serf, a person in a condition of feudal servitude bound to a lord's land and transferred with it.

to speak in a serious way, especially to give someone moral advice, in a manner that is often seen as boring or annoying.

having a winding course like a moving snake

(of clothes, places, or objects) in poor condition through long use or lack of care

A small, simple building, often made of wood or metal and not built to last.

A small, crudely built hut or shack.

a large piece of cloth worn by a woman around the shoulders or head, or wrapped around a baby.

a number of things, especially pieces of paper or stalks of grain, tied or held together in a bundle.

a soft, smooth, shiny appearance on the surface of something.

A custom, phrase, or use of language that distinguishes a particular group of people.

To shine with a soft, slightly wavering light.

A person whose job is to build and repair ships.

attracting a lot of attention by being very colorful, bright, or exaggerated in appearance or manner, sometimes in a way that is considered tasteless.

a small, narrow piece that has been torn or cut from something larger

to become smaller and develop folds or lines by losing moisture; to wrinkle and contract.

To walk by dragging your feet slowly along the ground without lifting them completely.

A vehicle or aircraft that travels regularly between two places

extremely funny; causing loud, uncontrollable laughter.

to walk in a quiet or cautious way, as if you do not want to be noticed, especially sideways or obliquely.

A person, organization, or country that has signed an official document, especially a treaty or contract.

a person's name written in a distinctive way as a form of identification or authorization.

Relating to, resembling, or affecting apes or monkeys.

A figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, used to make a description more emphatic or vivid (e.g., as brave as a lion).

giving the impression that something harmful or evil is happening or will happen.

A very hot day.

a length of thread or yarn, loosely coiled and knotted.

(of an animal, especially a horse) nervous and easily frightened.

Underhanded or unscrupulous behavior; trickery or deception used for an unfair or dishonest purpose.

a small, black and white north american animal that produces a strong, unpleasant smell when it is frightened or attacked.

to rise extremely quickly or suddenly

done too hurriedly and carelessly

To let saliva run from the mouth; to drool.

to kill in a violent way

(of a place, person, or thing) dirty, untidy, and in bad condition; morally low or dishonest.

A vehicle on runners for travelling over snow or ice, often pulled by animals.

A very large, heavy hammer, typically used with both hands for breaking rocks or driving posts.

skill and quickness in using your hands, especially in performing tricks

A simple weapon in the form of a strap or loop, used to hurl stones or other small missiles.

a long, narrow cut or opening.

To let saliva or liquid run from the mouth in an uncontrolled way.

a person who is habitually untidy, dirty, or careless in their appearance or habits.

To turn or slide violently or uncontrollably in a particular direction.

To fall or sink suddenly and heavily

to make something dirty or stained

(of a person or their behavior) irritable and inclined to speak sharply or angrily.

moving or acting quickly and with energy

to laugh in a quiet, partly hidden, and often unkind way

a person who believes they are superior to others because of their social class, wealth, or taste in things like art or fashion.

to settle or move into a warm, comfortable, and safe position, especially close to another person or thing for affection or warmth.

enjoying the company of other people; friendly and willing to talk.

a temporary stay in a place away from one's home.

feeling sleepy or causing sleepiness

(of a sound) deep, full, and rich.

to put something, especially food, into a liquid

(of a room or building) having a lot of space inside; large in size

a small thin piece of shiny material, typically one of many sewn onto clothing for decoration.