Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Relating to the process of thinking deeply or carefully about something; involving careful consideration or thought.

Example: The excogitative approach to solving the problem led to innovative solutions.

Definition: Not allowed to be part of a church or religious community due to a formal decision.

Example: After the disagreement with the church leaders, he found himself in an excommunicate position.

Definition: A person who has been officially removed from membership in a religious community or organization.

Example: After the scandal, he was declared an excommunicate by the church.

Definition: To officially remove someone from a religious community or organization, preventing them from participating in its activities.

Example: The church decided to excommunicate the member for violating its rules.

Definition: A formal punishment by a church that removes a person's membership and rights within that church.

Example: After the scandal, the priest faced excommunication from the church.

Definition: To criticize someone or something very harshly, or to remove the skin from a surface.

Example: The journalist excoriated the politician for his unethical behavior.

Definition: A serious criticism or harsh verbal attack, often aimed at someone's actions or character.

Example: The politician faced excoriation from the media after the scandal was revealed.

Definition: A growth or part that is not normal or wanted, often seen as unnecessary or unattractive.

Example: The tree had an excrescence that made it look unusual.

Definition: A growth or outgrowth that is abnormal or not normal, often on a living organism.

Example: The doctor examined the excrescency on the patient's skin to determine if it was harmful.

Definition: Describing something that grows out in an abnormal or excessive way, often referring to unnecessary or unwanted growths.

Example: The excrescent tissue around the wound needed to be removed by the doctor.

Definition: To remove waste materials from the body, especially through the kidneys or intestines.

Example: The body excretes waste products to keep itself healthy.

Definition: Related to the process of getting rid of waste from the body.

Example: The kidneys are important excretory organs that help filter waste from the blood.