GRE Vocabulary 600 words with Correct Definitions

GRE Vocabulary 600 words with Correct Definitions Abandon complete lack of inhibition or restraint. Abrasive showing little concern for the feelings of others; harsh. Abreast up to date with the latest news, ideas, or information Abridge shorten (a piece of writing) without losing the sense. Abstruse difficult to understand; obscure. Accentuate to make (something) more prominent or noticeable Accord an official agreement or treaty. Acerbic "sharply or bitingly critical, sarcastic, or ironic in temper, mood, or tone" Acquisitive excessively interested in acquiring money or material things. Activism the policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change. Acumen superior insight; quickness and shrewdness of judgment, especially in practical matters. Acute present or experienced to a severe or intense degree. Acute "having or showing a perceptive understanding or insight; shrewd." Adroit clever or skillful in using the hands or mind. Adulation obsequious flattery; excessive admiration or praise. Aesthetic "concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty." Affable friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to. Affectation "behavior, speech, or writing that is artificial and designed to impress." Aghast filled with horror or shock. Alacrity brisk and cheerful readiness. Alienate cause (someone) to feel isolated or estranged. Aloof conspicuously uninvolved and uninterested, typically through distaste. Ambiguity "the quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness." Ambivalent "having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone." Ameliorate make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better, improve Amiable having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner. Amuse cause (someone) to find something funny; entertain. Anachronism "belonging to a period other than that being portrayed." Antagonistic showing or feeling active opposition or hostility toward someone or something. Antedate precede in time; come before (something) in date. Antiquity the ancient past, especially the period before the middle ages. Antithesis a contrast or opposition between two things. Apathy lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.