GRE Vocab Wks 1-2

Question 1

Abreast

Answer 1

up to date with the latest news, ideas, or information

Question 2

Accentuate

Answer 2

to make (something) more prominent or noticeable

Question 3

Acerbic

Answer 3

sharply or bitingly critical, sarcastic, or ironic in temper, mood, or tone

Question 4

Acquisitive

Answer 4

excessively interested in acquiring money or material things

Question 5

Acumen

Answer 5

superior insight; quickness and shrewdness of judgment, especially in practical matters

Question 6

Adroit

Answer 6

clever or skillful in using the hands or mind

Question 7

Adulation

Answer 7

obsequious flattery; excessive admiration or praise

Question 8

Affable

Answer 8

friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to

Question 9

Affectation

Answer 9

behavior, speech, or writing that is artificial and designed to impress

Question 10

Alacrity

Answer 10

brisk and cheerful readiness

Question 11

Ameliorate

Answer 11

make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better, improve

Question 12

Anachronism

Answer 12

belonging to a period other than that being portrayed

Question 13

Aplomb

Answer 13

complete and confident composure or self-assurance