Essential Vocabulary for the GRE - Jekyll and Hyde

Here you will learn some English words about personal characteristics, such as "zealous", "vivacity", "tactful", etc. that are needed for the GRE exam.

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zealous [adjective]

showing impressive commitment and enthusiasm for something

Ex: The zealous supporters cheered loudly throughout the entire event .

withdrawn [adjective]

(of a person) unwilling to talk to other people or participate in social events

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wastrel [noun]

a person who is useful for nothing and spends resources wastefully

Ex: He was considered a wastrel by his family for squandering his inheritance .

vivacity [noun]

the quality of being full of life and energy

Ex: The party was filled with the vivacity of young people enjoying themselves .

virtuous [adjective]

having or showing high moral standards

Ex: It 's important to surround yourself with virtuous friends who inspire you to do good .

vigorous [adjective]

having strength and good mental or physical health

Ex: The vigorous student approached each assignment with enthusiasm and energy .

vanity [noun]

the act of taking excessive pride in one's own achievements or abilities

Ex: The artist 's vanity was apparent in his constant need for praise .

valor [noun]

characteristic of being fearless in the face of danger; especially in a war

Ex: The general praised the troops for their valor in the fierce combat .

unflinching [adjective]

not backing off when things are becoming more challenging

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timidity [noun]

being too shy or lacking in self-confidence; often associated with fear of social judgment or making decisions

Ex: The timidity of the new employee was noticeable in team meetings .

temerity [noun]

the quality of being foolishly or rudely bold

Ex: Despite the risks , he acted with temerity , believing it was necessary for success .

to taunt [verb]

to upset one by saying disrespectful things to them or constantly making fun of them

Ex: He tried to ignore them as they taunted him during the game .

tactful [adjective]

careful not to make anyone upset or annoyed

Ex: When discussing sensitive topics , it 's essential to be tactful to maintain harmony in the conversation .

suave [adjective]

(typically of men) very polite and charming

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sordid [adjective]

relating to a disgraceful and corrupted action

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snide [adjective]

being indirectly offensive; typically through sarcastic or mocking remarks

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assiduous [adjective]

working very hard and with careful attention to detail so that everything is done as well as possible

Ex: They admired his assiduous approach to solving complex problems .

asinine [adjective]

acting in a foolish or unintelligent manner

Ex: They were baffled by the asinine comments made by the guest speaker .

autocrat [noun]

a ruthless oppressor who has the absolute power of telling people what to do and not to do

Ex: The citizens lived in fear under the autocrat ’s regime .

belligerent [adjective]

showing a strong desire to fight

Ex: The belligerent dog growled and bared its teeth , warning intruders to stay away .

benevolent [adjective]

showing kindness and generosity

Ex: Her benevolent nature led her to volunteer at the orphanage every weekend .

benign [adjective]

friendly and not intended to harm or hurt others

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bigoted [adjective]

having strong, unreasonable, and unfair opinions or attitudes, especially about a particular race or religion, and refusing to listen to different opinions or ideas

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boisterous [adjective]

marked by a lack of control or discipline

Ex: His boisterous laughter disrupted the quiet library .

braggart [noun]

a person who is always showing off the things they have in a way that may come across as annoying or exaggerated

Ex: The braggart ’s stories about his vacations became tiresome after a while .

brisk [adjective]

quick and energetic in movement or action

Ex: He answered the questions in a brisk manner , not wasting any time .

chivalrous [adjective]

behaving politely with charm and respect; typically used for men

Ex: He made a chivalrous effort to help her with her bags .

conniving [adjective]

engaging in unethical, harmful, or even illegal planning for a goal at the expense of others

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conscientious [adjective]

acting in accordance with one's conscience and sense of duty

Ex: The conscientious decision to recycle and reduce waste reflects her commitment to environmental responsibility .

courteous [adjective]

behaving with politeness and respect

Ex: He responded to the complaint with a courteous and thoughtful reply .

debauched [adjective]

occupying oneself with sensual pleasure to an extent that is not morally appropriate

Ex: The novel portrayed a debauched society where moral values were ignored .

devious [adjective]

using crafty and clever methods to achieve goals or avoid negative consequences

Ex: The devious strategy he devised was both intricate and cunning .

dim-witted [adjective]

lacking intelligence or sharpness in thinking

Ex: The dim-witted employee often needed detailed instructions and extra guidance to complete even simple tasks .

domineering [adjective]

showing a tendency to have control over others without taking their emotions into account

Ex: The manager 's domineering style of leadership stifled creativity and innovation among the team members .

egoism [noun]

the practice of placing one's own needs and desires above those of others

Ex: The manager ’s egoism caused friction among the staff .

fatuous [adjective]

extremely thoughtless and foolish in speech or action

Ex: The politician ’s fatuous promises did nothing to address the real issues .

exuberant [adjective]

filled with lively energy and excitement

Ex: Her exuberant personality lit up the room , bringing smiles to everyone 's faces .

fortitude [noun]

mental and emotional strength and resilience in facing adversity, challenges, or difficult situations

Ex: He showed great fortitude in overcoming the challenges of his career .

genial [adjective]

characterized as kind, friendly, and carefree

Ex: She greeted her new neighbors with a genial wave and friendly conversation .

nuisance [noun]

something or someone that causes trouble and annoyance

Ex: The litter in the park has become a nuisance to the community .

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