Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Joined together or combined, often as a result of melting or heating.

Example: The two metals were fused to create a stronger bond.

Definition: To join or blend two or more things together to form a single entity.

Example: The artist fused different styles to create a unique piece of art.

Definition: The ease with which a material can melt or be melted.

Example: The fusibility of the metal makes it suitable for casting.

Definition: Able to be melted or combined with heat.

Example: The material is fusible, making it suitable for welding.

Definition: Having a shape that is wider in the middle and tapers at both ends, resembling a spindle.

Example: The fusiform shape of the fish helps it swim efficiently through the water.

Definition: A series of shots fired quickly from multiple guns at the same time, or a sudden outpouring of something like insults or criticism.

Example: The soldiers launched a fusillade at the enemy position, creating a loud and chaotic sound.

Definition: To attack someone or something with a rapid series of shots or blows.

Example: The soldiers decided to fusillade the enemy position to gain the upper hand.

Definition: The process or result of combining different elements into one, often used in cooking, music, or science.

Example: The restaurant is known for its fusion cuisine that mixes flavors from around the world.

Definition: Describing a type of language structure where multiple grammatical elements are combined into a single form, making it hard to separate them.

Example: Languages like Spanish and Russian are considered fusional because they combine several grammatical features into one word.

Definition: Relating to a type of heavy fabric or characterized by pompous or bombastic language.

Example: The politician's speech was filled with fustian rhetoric that failed to impress the audience.

Definition: A type of thick, sturdy fabric made from cotton and linen, often used for clothing and upholstery, or a style of writing that is overly elaborate and pompous.

Example: The writer's fustian prose made the book difficult to read.

Definition: Describing something that is very old-fashioned, stale, or musty, often used to refer to ideas or attitudes that are outdated.

Example: The fustiest traditions of the organization made it difficult for new members to feel welcome.

Definition: To hit someone with a heavy object or to criticize someone severely.

Example: The teacher fustigated the student for not completing his homework on time.