GRE GREGMAT Vocabulary List Group 29
- abscond — leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid capture
2. apogee — the peak or highest point of something
3. aspersion — a critical or damaging remark or criticism
4. bawdy — humorously dealing with sexual subjects
5. chagrin — a feeling of frustration, annoyance, or anger
6. collude — act in unison or agreement and in secret towards a deceitful or illegal purpose
7. commiserate — express sympathy or sorrow with someone who has experienced misfortune
8. conflagration — a large, destructive fire
9. contretemps — a small disagreement or mishap
10. conviction — a strong belief or principle held with confidence
11. croon — sing softly, typically in a sentimental manner
12. depose — forcibly remove someone from office or power
13. detente — a period of improved relations between countries, especially when tensions have been high
14. dowdy — lacking style or elegance; out of fashion
15. echelon — a level or tier within a system or organization
16. ennui — a feeling of boredom and dissatisfaction due to a lack of excitement or interest
17. expatiate — talk or write in great detail about a topic
18. fraught — filled with tension, stress, or negative emotions
19. fulcrum — the main factor or element that plays a pivotal role in a situation
20. imbroglio — a complex and confusing situation, often of a messy or controversial nature
21. jocund — merry and in high spirits; exhibiting happiness
22. languish — become weak or feeble, often from neglect or lack of attention
23. nadir — the absolute lowest point or worst moment
24. nimble — quick and agile in movement or thinking
25. ominous — indicating that something unfavorable is likely to happen
26. outlandish — strange, unusual, or bizarre in appearance or style
27. propitious — favorable; advantageous
28. prurient — displaying or prompting an undue interest in sexual matters
29. sadistic — taking pleasure in causing pain or suffering to others
30. zenith — the point at which something attains its maximum strength or power
