GRE Vocabulary

Abscond

(verb) To leave secretly and hide, often to avoid arrest. Usage: The treasurer chose to abscond with the funds before th

Aberration

(noun) A departure from what is normal or expected. Usage: His rude outburst was an aberration from his usual courtesy.

Abstemious

(adjective) Moderate or sparing, especially in eating and drinking. Usage: Her abstemious habits meant she rarely touche

Alacrity

(noun) Brisk and cheerful eagerness. Usage: She accepted the new assignment with surprising alacrity.

Anomalous

(adjective) Deviating from what is standard or expected. Usage: The thermometer gave an anomalous reading that the techn