GRE Words Group 4 Flashcards
abstain
restrain oneself from doing or enjoying something.
approbation
approval or praise.
cherish
protect and care for (someone) lovingly.
corroborate
confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding).
disparate
essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison.
emulate
match or surpass (a person or achievement), typically by imitation.
enervate
cause (someone) to feel drained of energy or vitality; weaken.
ephemeral
lasting for a very short time.
fervid
intensely enthusiastic or passionate, especially to an excessive degree.
garrulous
excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters.
incendiary
(of a device or attack) designed to cause fires.
inimical
tending to obstruct or harm.
intimate
closely acquainted; familiar, close.
private and person.
invigorate
give strength or energy to.
mitigate
to lessen in force or intensity, as wrath, grief, harshness, or pain; moderate.