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Vocabulario Avanzado para el GRE - Características y Atributos

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés sobre características y atributos, como "din", "bereft", "keen", etc. que se necesitan para el examen GRE.

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Advanced Words Needed for the GRE
affectation
affectation
[Sustantivo]

an insincere and unnatural manner of speaking, behaving, or writing that is intended to impress

afectación

afectación

Ex: They quickly saw through the affectation of his elegant speech, recognizing it as an attempt to impress. 
amalgam
amalgam
[Sustantivo]

a combination or blend of different things

amalgama

amalgama

Ex: Her art is an amalgam of various styles, merging abstract and realism in a unique way. 
din
din
[Sustantivo]

an unpleasant and loud noise that could be heard for an extended amount of time

alboroto

alboroto

Ex: The din of the crowd at the concert was so overwhelming that it almost drowned out the music. 
guile
guile
[Sustantivo]

an artful cleverness used to perform trickery, deception, and manipulation

astucia

astucia

Ex: As a con artist, guile and deception came naturally to him. 
levity
levity
[Sustantivo]

the lack of seriousness that is wrongly suited to or respectful of the circumstances

levedad

levedad

Ex: Many were offended by the levity the students showed during the memorial ceremony. 
to clamor
to clamor
[Verbo]

to loudly complain about something or demand something

clamar

clamar

Ex: As the concert ended, the fans began to clamor for one more song. 
to mollify
to mollify
[Verbo]

to do something that lessens someone's anger or sadness

apaciguar

apaciguar

Ex: She mollified her upset friend by apologizing sincerely. 
aberrant
aberrant
[Adjetivo]

different from the usual and accepted way

aberrante

aberrante

Ex: His behavior was aberrant compared to the rest of the group. 
to [run] amok

to behave in a wild, uncontrolled, and often violent manner

como un loco

como un loco

Ex: The crowd at the concert ran amok, breaking barriers and causing chaos. 
antic
antic
[Adjetivo]

behaving or acting in a way that is funny, energetic, or silly, it is usually annoying or strange

bufonesco

bufonesco

Ex: His antic dance moves made everyone laugh at the party. 
becoming
becoming
[Adjetivo]

(of clothes, colors, hairstyles etc.) enhancing the wearer's appearance and making them more attractive

favorecedor, sentador

favorecedor, sentador

Ex: That dress is very becoming on you; it highlights your features beautifully. 
bereft
bereft
[Adjetivo]

(of people) feeling very lonely and sorrowful, particularly as a result of a loss

despojado

despojado

Ex: After the passing of her husband, she felt completely bereft. 
bleak
bleak
[Adjetivo]

(of situations) not giving any or much hope or encouragement

sombrío

sombrío

Ex: The future looked bleak after the company announced layoffs. 
callow
callow
[Adjetivo]

(of a person) young and behaving in a manner that displays one's inexperience or immaturity

imberbe

imberbe

Ex: Despite his callow attitude, he was determined to prove himself. 
choleric
choleric
[Adjetivo]

easily angered or irritated

colérico

colérico

Ex: The choleric outburst from the manager surprised everyone in the office. 
covert
covert
[Adjetivo]

not displayed or acknowledged openly

encubierto

encubierto

Ex: During the meeting, she made a covert gesture to signal her colleague. 
cynical
cynical
[Adjetivo]

having a distrustful or negative outlook, often believing that people are motivated by self-interest

cínico

cínico

Ex: After experiencing multiple disappointments, she became cynical about the concept of true love. 
erratic
erratic
[Adjetivo]

lacking a regular or fixed pattern of movement

imprevisible

imprevisible

Ex: The erratic movement of the pendulum made it difficult to measure time accurately. 
facile
facile
[Adjetivo]

lacking deep thought and true understanding thus being superficial

superficial

superficial

Ex: The politician’s facile solutions to complex problems were criticized for lacking depth. 
inherent
inherent
[Adjetivo]

inseparable essential part or quality of someone or something that is in their nature

inherente, intrínseco

inherente, intrínseco

Ex: Trust is an inherent part of any successful relationship. 
intrinsic
intrinsic
[Adjetivo]

belonging to something or someone's character and nature

intrínseco

intrínseco

Ex: The intrinsic sweetness of the ripe fruit made it delicious without any added sugar. 
keen
keen
[Adjetivo]

(of senses) sharp and highly-developed

fuerte

fuerte

Ex: Dogs have a keen sense of smell. 
novel
novel
[Adjetivo]

new and unlike anything else

novedoso, original

novedoso, original

Ex: Her novel approach to problem-solving impressed the entire team with its creativity and effectiveness. 
obsolete
obsolete
[Adjetivo]

outdated and gone out of style, often replaced by more current trends or advancements

obsoleto

obsoleto

Ex: The flip phone has become obsolete in an era dominated by smartphones. 
optimal
optimal
[Adjetivo]

most favorable or effective under specific conditions

óptimo

óptimo

Ex: The optimal route for travel was chosen to avoid traffic. 
placid
placid
[Adjetivo]

peaceful and calm, not easily excited, irritated, angered, or upset

plácido

plácido

Ex: She remained placid despite the chaos around her. 
pragmatic
pragmatic
[Adjetivo]

based on reasonable and practical considerations rather than theory

pragmático

pragmático

Ex: In the face of budget constraints, the manager took a pragmatic approach, prioritizing cost-effective solutions. 
retiring
retiring
[Adjetivo]

shy and not fond of being with others or being noticed

retraído

retraído

Ex: She has a retiring nature and avoids large social gatherings. 
sportive
sportive
[Adjetivo]

behaving in a playful, fun, and light-hearted way

juguetón

juguetón

Ex: Her sportive teasing made everyone smile. 
timely
timely
[Adjetivo]

happening at exactly the best time possible

oportuno

oportuno

Ex: The timely arrival of the ambulance saved the injured hiker's life. 
unprecedented
unprecedented
[Adjetivo]

never having existed or happened before

sin precedentes

sin precedentes

Ex: The pandemic caused an unprecedented disruption to global travel and commerce. 
vintage
vintage
[Adjetivo]

(of things) old but highly valued for the quality, excellent condition, or timeless design

clásico

clásico

Ex: The vintage car, restored to its former glory, exemplified the craftsmanship of classic automobiles. 
volatile
volatile
[Adjetivo]

prone to unexpected and sudden changes, usually gets worse or dangerous

volátil

volátil

Ex: The political situation in the region is highly volatile. 
whimsical
whimsical
[Adjetivo]

driven by impulses and desires rather than logical necessity or reasoning

caprichoso

caprichoso

Ex: His whimsical decision to take a spontaneous trip surprised everyone. 
byzantine
byzantine
[Adjetivo]

so detailed and complex that understanding becomes difficult

complicado

complicado

Ex: The Byzantine bureaucracy of the government made it challenging for citizens to navigate and obtain permits. 
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