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Advanced Vocabulary for the GRE - Experiment, Learn, and Repeat!

Here you will learn some English words about science, such as "distill", "eclipse", "jargon", etc. that are needed for the GRE exam.

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Advanced Words Needed for the GRE
cartography

a branch of science and art that consists of creating maps

Ex: Cartography blends science and art in map-making .
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to contextualize

to think about something with regard to its condition and relating information so as to understand it better

Ex: The research team worked to contextualize the findings within the broader scientific debate .
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to corroborate

to provide supporting evidence for a theory, statement, etc.

Ex: DNA evidence corroborated the suspect 's involvement in the burglary .
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counterintuitive
counterintuitive
[Adjective]

contradictory to the expectations that are formed on common sense or intuition

Ex: The research findings were counterintuitive, challenging common beliefs .
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credibility

a quality that renders a thing or person as trustworthy or believable

Ex: The organization ’s credibility was damaged by the scandal , leading to a loss of public trust .
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derivative
derivative
[Adjective]

resembling or imitating a previous work, often in a way that lacks originality

Ex: The music felt derivative, mimicking the style of earlier pop songs .
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to discredit

to raise doubt about someone or something and make people stop believing in them

Ex: Critics attempted to discredit the historical account , calling it inaccurate .
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to distill

to heat a liquid and turn it into gas then cool it and make it liquid again in order to purify it

Ex: The plan is to distill rainwater for a clean water source .
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to eclipse

to overshadow another astrological body

Ex: The moon ’s passing in front of the sun caused it to eclipse the sun ’s light completely for a few minutes .
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embryonic
embryonic
[Adjective]

belonging to the earlier stages of growth and development

Ex: Embryonic development is carefully regulated by genetic and environmental factors .
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empirical
empirical
[Adjective]

based upon observations or experiments instead of theories or ideas

Ex: The decision was based on empirical observations rather than speculation or opinion .
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empiricism

(in philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge is derived from sensory experience rather than theory or intuition

Ex: She studied empiricism to understand the roots of modern science .
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to emulate

to make an attempt at matching or surpassing someone or something, particularly by the means of imitation

Ex: The team emulated the winning strategies of their competitors in the tournament .
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erudite
erudite
[Adjective]

displaying or possessing extensive knowledge that is acquired by studying and reading

Ex: The erudite diplomat is skilled in navigating complex international relations with finesse and diplomacy .
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exhaustive
exhaustive
[Adjective]

complete with regard to every single detail or element

Ex: He gave an exhaustive explanation of the theory , leaving no questions unanswered .
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to extrapolate

to estimate something using past experiences or known data

Ex: The economist extrapolated the impact of the policy on the nation ’s economy .
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incontrovertible
incontrovertible
[Adjective]

true in a way that leaves no room for denial or disagreement

Ex: The scientist presented incontrovertible data that confirmed the experiment 's results .
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irrefutable
irrefutable
[Adjective]

so clear or convincing that it cannot be reasonably disputed or denied

Ex: The data collected was irrefutable, confirming the conclusion beyond doubt .
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jargon
jargon
[noun]

words, phrases, and expressions used by a specific group or profession, which are incomprehensible to others

Ex: Military jargon includes phrases like 'AWOL,' 'RECON,' and 'FOB,' which are part of the everyday language for service members but might be puzzling to civilians.
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layperson
layperson
[noun]

someone who lacks professional knowledge regarding a specific subject

Ex: The software ’s user interface was designed with the layperson in mind .
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meticulous
meticulous
[Adjective]

extremely careful and attentive to details

Ex: Her meticulous notes helped the team understand the complex issue .
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paradigm
paradigm
[noun]

a selection of theories and ideas that explain how a particular school, subject, or discipline is generally understood

Ex: The old paradigm was replaced by a more modern and effective model .
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patent
patent
[noun]

a formal document that gives someone the right to be the only one who makes, uses, or sells an invention or product for a limited amount of time

Ex: Disputes over patent infringements often lead to lengthy legal battles between competing businesses.
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peripatetic
peripatetic
[Adjective]

constantly traveling to different locations, particularly due to work

Ex: Despite the challenges , his peripatetic work allowed him to gain diverse experiences .
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to peruse
to peruse
[Verb]

to consider or examine something while being very careful and attentive to detail

Ex: The lawyer perused the legal documents to ensure there were no discrepancies .
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presumptive
presumptive
[Adjective]

probably true due to being reasonable and based on the available facts

Ex: Given the circumstantial evidence , the suspect ’s guilt was considered presumptive.
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to saturate

to combine so much of a chemical compound with a chemical solution that the solution cannot retain, absorb, or dissolve anymore of that compound

Ex: The experiment aimed to saturate the solution with the organic compound to test its solubility under different conditions .
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sentient
sentient
[Adjective]

possessing the ability to experience, feel, or perceive things through the senses

Ex: The ethical treatment of sentient creatures is a significant concern in animal welfare.
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static
static
[Adjective]

remaining still, with no change in position

Ex: The static display at the museum showcased artifacts from ancient civilizations .
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to substantiate

to prove something to be true by providing adequate evidence or facts

Ex: The documentation provided was enough to substantiate the insurance claim .
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thoroughgoing
thoroughgoing
[Adjective]

very complete, careful, and attentive to detail

Ex: Her thoroughgoing preparation for the presentation impressed everyone .
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to unearth

to find out about something, particularly by doing research

Ex: Lawyers unearthed new evidence that exonerated their client of the crime they were accused of .
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untenable
untenable
[Adjective]

(of a position, argument, theory, etc.) not capable of being supported, defended, or justified when receiving criticism or objection

Ex: His claim was untenable once counterarguments were presented .
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virtual
virtual
[Adjective]

very similar to the actual thing in almost every way

Ex: Her virtual experience of the concert felt almost as real as being there in person .
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zeitgeist
zeitgeist
[noun]

the defining spirit or mood of a particular period in history, reflecting the ideas and beliefs of the time

Ex: The Industrial Revolution brought about a zeitgeist of urbanization and industrialization , as rural populations migrated to cities in search of work and new technologies transformed society and the economy .
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to crystallize

to turn into one or multiple crystals

Ex: The gel slowly crystallized, forming a solid structure .
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