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GRE Vocabulary—Ephemeral
This Week’s Word: Ephemeral /ɪˈfɛm ər əl/ [ih-fem-er-uh l] adj. Ephemeral describes something short-lived or something that lasts for only a day. Synonyms: Fleeting, evanescent, transitory Word History: The term ephemera was adopted into 14th century English from Latin as a medical term, describing … Continue reading
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GRE Vocabulary–Desiccate
This Week’s Word: Desiccate /ˈdɛs ɪˌkeɪt/ [des-i-keyt] v. The verb desiccate can be used with or without an object and means to thoroughly dry up or dry out. It may be used in the context of dehydrating food in order to … Continue reading
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Sometimes it is GREek: Solipsism
“It’s not GREek!” loves to discuss new words that are likely to appear on the GRE. We aim not only to give you a new word to memorize, but also to provide you with some background and etymological history to … Continue reading
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Sometimes it is Greek: Conflagration
Each week, “It’s not GREek!” will discuss a new word likely to appear on the GRE. We aim not only to give you a new word to memorize, but also to provide you with some background and etymological history to … Continue reading
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Sometimes it is Greek: Vituperation
Each week, “It’s not GREek!” will discuss a new word likely to appear on the GRE. We aim not only to give you a new word to memorize, but also to provide you with some background and etymological history to … Continue reading
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Sometimes it is Greek: Acculturation
Each week, “It’s not GREek!” will discuss a new word likely to appear on the GRE. We aim not only to give you a new word to memorize, but also to provide you with some background and etymological history to … Continue reading
Somtimes it is Greek: Umbrage
Each week, “It’s not GREek!” will discuss a new word likely to appear on the GRE. We aim not only to give you a new word to memorize, but also to provide you with some background and etymological history to … Continue reading
Sometimes it is Greek: Rapport
Each week, “It’s not GREek!” will discuss a new word likely to appear on the GRE. We aim not only to give you a new word to memorize, but also to provide you with some background and etymological history to … Continue reading
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