GRE GREGMAT Vocabulary List Group 33
- affluent — abounding in goods or riches
2. allegorical — containing symbolic representation
3. allude — refer to something indirectly or by suggestion
4. amplify — render larger, more extended, or more intense
5. catastrophic — disastrous or ruinous, from which recovery is impossible
6. contemporary — 1. from the same time period; 2. modern, of the present age
7. conundrum — a difficult choice or decision that must be made
8. defame — disgrace; harm or diminish the reputation of someone
9. detract — reduce the value, importance, or quality of something
10. detrimental — causing damage or harm
11. devious — cunning or deceiving; not straightforward or honest
12. dormant — inactive or asleep; in a suspended state
13. draconian — very severe, cruel, or harsh
14. egalitarian — characterized by social equality and equal rights for all people
15. elusive — evading capture, comprehension or remembrance
16. erstwhile — former; previous
17. gloat — exhibit pleasure at an adversary’s misfortune
18. harrowing — causing pain or distress
19. indefinite — 1. without limit or until further notice; 2. vague or unclear
20. ingenious — showing inventiveness and skill
21. keen — 1. showing a quick willingness to do something; 2. acute of mind; penetrating; sharp
22. multifaceted — having many aspects; nuanced or diverse
23. omniscient — infinitely wise
24. remarkable — worthy of remark; surprising
25. sober — 1. not drunk; not intoxicated; 2. realistic; serious; calm
26. stem from — be caused by or derived from
27. subdued — 1. conquered; overpowered; crushed; submissive; 2. muted or soft in color or demeanor; gloomy
28. token — merely symbolic; done only for appearance’s sake
29. unravel — clear from complication or difficulty
30. withstand — resist or endure (something) successfully
