Advanced Vocabulary for the GRE - As It Appears!

Here you will learn some English words about appearance, such as "gawky", "hoary", "pellucid", etc. that are needed for the GRE exam.

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analogous

[Adjective]

able to be compared with another thing due to sharing a similar feature, nature, etc.

Ex: The structure of a bird's wing is analogous to that of a bat's wing, despite their evolutionary differences.

disparate

[Adjective]

not sharing any form of similarity

Ex: The class discussed the disparate theories proposed by different philosophers on the topic.

evanescent

[Adjective]

fading out of existence, mind, or sight quickly

Ex: The beauty of the sunset was evanescent, with its vibrant colors vanishing as night fell.

gawky

[Adjective]

awkward or ungraceful in movement or appearance, particularly due to being tall

Ex: The teenager’s gawky movements were evident as he stumbled over his long legs during the game.

hoary

[Adjective]

(of people) having gray or white hair, particularly due to age

Ex: The hoary professor had decades of wisdom etched into his gray hair and deep-set wrinkles.

indeterminate

[Adjective]

not known, measured, or specified precisely

Ex: The future of the project remains indeterminate, as the team is still evaluating various factors.

inimitable

[Adjective]

beyond imitation due to being unique and of high quality

Ex: Her inimitable style of singing, with its soulful tone and impeccable technique, set her apart from other artists.

malleable

[Adjective]

capable of being hammered or manipulated into different forms without cracking or breaking

Ex: Gold is a highly malleable metal that can be hammered into thin sheets or shaped into intricate designs.

meteoric

[Adjective]

developing or reaching success in a quick way

Ex: Her meteoric rise to stardom came as a surprise to many, given how quickly she gained popularity.

pellucid

[Adjective]

allowing light to pass through easily, resulting in exceptional clarity and transparency

Ex: The pellucid waters of the lagoon were so clear that you could easily see the fish swimming near the bottom.

protean

[Adjective]

inclined to change in form, nature, etc. frequently

Ex: His protean personality made him both intriguing and unpredictable, never staying the same for long.

sartorial

[Adjective]

referring to clothing, particularly men's clothing, or the manner in which it is tailored or worn

Ex: His sartorial choices reflected his impeccable taste and attention to detail, always opting for tailored suits and polished shoes.

scintillating

[Adjective]

possessing a combination of intelligence, excitement, and appeal

Ex: The author displayed a scintillating wit in her satirical novels, sharing keen social observations with humor and flair.

stark

[Adjective]

having minimal ornamentation or detail

Ex: The stark walls of the building gave it a desolate feel.

telltale

[Adjective]

suggesting or indicating something, particularly something unnoticeable or secret

Ex: The telltale odor of smoke suggested that a fire had occurred in the building.

tractable

[Adjective]

(of people or animals) easily controlled or influenced by external factors or authority

Ex: The dog was so tractable that it followed every command without hesitation.

unprepossessing

[Adjective]

lacking appeal or noticeability

Ex: Despite his unprepossessing appearance, he had a warm and engaging personality that won people over.

to dissemble

[Verb]

to conceal one's true emotions, beliefs, or intentions

Ex: She tried to dissemble her disappointment with a forced smile.

to embellish

[Verb]

to improve the appearance of something by adding things such as decorative pieces, colors, etc. to it

Ex: She decided to embellish her dress with intricate lace and beading for a more elegant look.

to stultify

[Verb]

to make someone or something appear as ridiculous, stupid, or absurd

Ex: The comedian’s jokes were designed to stultify the pretentiousness of the local elites.

acme

[noun]

the highest point in development or achievement

Ex: Winning the Nobel Prize marked the acme of her scientific career.

hodgepodge

[noun]

a random mixture of dissimilar or diverse things

Ex: The attic was filled with a hodgepodge of old furniture, books, and family heirlooms.

simulacrum

[noun]

a thing or person that represents or resembles something or someone

Ex: The theme park's replica of a medieval castle was a perfect simulacrum of the real thing.

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!

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