Advanced Vocabulary for the GRE - Features and Attributes

Here you will learn some English words about features and attributes, such as "din", "bereft", "keen", etc. that are needed for the GRE exam.

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affectation [noun]

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

Ex: Behind the affectation of casual charm , there was a clear attempt to mask his true intentions .

amalgam [noun]

a combination or blend of different things

Ex: The fresh sound of their music results from an amalgam of jazz and rock influences .

din [noun]

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

Ex: During the festival , the din of fireworks and revelry continued late into the night .

guile [noun]

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

Ex: It took considerable guile for the spy to extract secrets from suspects without arousing suspicion .

levity [noun]

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

Ex: The levity with which the defense argued such an important case was concerning to the judges .

to clamor [verb]

to loudly complain about something or demand something

Ex: The villagers have been clamoring for clean water since the drought began .

to mollify [verb]

to do something that lessens someone's anger or sadness

Ex: He tried to mollify his daughter 's disappointment by promising to make it up to her .

aberrant [adjective]

different from the usual and accepted way

Ex: The animal ’s aberrant actions indicated a possible illness .

to [run] amok [phrase]

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

Ex: After hearing the distressing news , he ran amok , throwing things and shouting in anger .

antic [adjective]

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

Ex: Her antic voice imitations kept the group entertained but confused .

becoming [adjective]

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

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bereft [adjective]

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

Ex: She was bereft of hope after hearing the devastating news .

bleak [adjective]

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

Ex: The end of the movie left a bleak impression with its tragic conclusion .

callow [adjective]

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

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choleric [adjective]

easily angered or irritated

Ex: The team had to carefully navigate around his choleric reactions to avoid conflicts .

covert [adjective]

not displayed or acknowledged openly

Ex: His covert involvement in the negotiations was only discovered later .

cynical [adjective]

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

Ex: The cynical old man believed that acts of kindness were merely disguised selfishness .

erratic [adjective]

lacking a regular or fixed pattern of movement

Ex: The erratic flight patterns of the bird puzzled researchers .

facile [adjective]

lacking deep thought and true understanding thus being superficial

Ex: The presentation was criticized for its facile treatment of the subject matter .

inherent [adjective]

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

Ex: Creativity is an inherent quality that can be nurtured through practice and exploration .

intrinsic [adjective]

belonging to something or someone's character and nature

Ex: The beauty of the sunset had an intrinsic charm , captivating everyone who witnessed it .

keen [adjective]

(of senses) sharp and highly-developed

Ex: The detective relied on his keen instincts to solve the case .

novel [adjective]

new and unlike anything else

Ex: The artist 's latest exhibition showcased a series of novel techniques and styles that captivated viewers .

obsolete [adjective]

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

Ex: Some traditional farming methods are considered obsolete with the advent of modern technology .

optimal [adjective]

most favorable or effective under specific conditions

Ex: A balanced diet and regular exercise are essential for optimal health .

placid [adjective]

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

Ex: He admired her placid patience in difficult situations .

pragmatic [adjective]

based on reasonable and practical considerations rather than theory

Ex: The teacher 's pragmatic teaching methods emphasized real-world applications of concepts rather than abstract theories .

retiring [adjective]

shy and not fond of being with others or being noticed

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sportive [adjective]

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

Ex: The puppy ’s sportive antics entertained the whole family .

timely [adjective]

happening at exactly the best time possible

Ex: The timely release of the product capitalized on current market trends .

unprecedented [adjective]

never having existed or happened before

Ex: The company achieved unprecedented success with its innovative marketing campaign .

vintage [adjective]

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

Ex:

volatile [adjective]

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

Ex: The stock market has been volatile this year , with sharp drops and rises .

whimsical [adjective]

driven by impulses and desires rather than logical necessity or reasoning

Ex: They embraced a whimsical , impulsive adventure without any plan .

byzantine [adjective]

so detailed and complex that understanding becomes difficult

Ex: The Byzantine plot of the novel was difficult to follow , with numerous twists and turns .

Advanced Vocabulary for the GRE
Likes and Dislikes	Features and Attributes	Characteristics and Disposition	Traits and Behavior
Quality and Temperament	Aspects and Manners	Hold an Opinion, Give an Advice!	What's on Your Mind?
Everyone Is Entitled to Their Own Opinion!	Make Up Your Mind!	Open and Shut Case	Ripples in a Pond
Only Change Is Constant!	The Soul of a Soulless World	Civil Society and Religiosity	Cultural Sphere and Arts
Artsy Endeavors	Government as a Necessary Evil	Appearance Could be Deceptive!	As It Appears!
Beyond Measure!	Ensure Good Health!	Success Is a Sure Thing, Failure Is Not!	Experiment, Learn, and Repeat!
Stay on the Safe Side!	From Rags to Riches