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Studying for the GRE? Need extra help with the vocab (I know I do!). I'm posting all of the words I come across from the practice course ETC. Quick definitions!

Harangue: scolding; long/intense verbal attack; lengthy and aggressive/critical speech


Excoriate: severely criticize or damage/remove part of the surface (skin) #gre #help #vocab


Disinterested: unbiased; not influenced by selfish motives #gre #vocab #study


Pusillanimous: timid; lacking courage #gre #study #vocab


Lassitude: weariness of body or mind from strain #gre #vocab #study #help


Obstinate: stubborn; not yielding to argument or persuasion #gre #vocab #gradstudentprobs


Imperious: dictatorial or overbearing #gre #vocab #study


Implacable: unstoppable, relentless, not to be appeased #gradstudentprobs


Philanthropic: engaged in benevolent giving, betterment of condition for other; charitable work #gre #vocab


Enervate: deprive of force/strength; weaken #gre


Gauche (goh-sh): lack of social grace; awkward or crude


Dearth: an inadequate supply; scarcity #gre #vocab #study


Digress: wander/deviate away from the topic in speaking or writing # gre #vocab #help


Countenance: approval or encouragement; moral support #gre #vocab #help #study #grad #student


Fervent: having/showing great warmth or enthusiasm #gre #prep #vocab #help #study #gradschoolprobs


Renege: break a rule or go back on one's word #gre #vocab #help #prep #study #gradschoolprobs


Efficacy: producing desired results, effectiveness #gre #vocab #prep #study #grad


Impugn:challenge, cast doubt upon #gre #prep #grad #study #vocab


Umbrage: annoyance, slight hostility, displeasure #gre #prep #study


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