Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A person who creates or enjoys using small mechanical devices or tools.

Example: The gadgeteer spent the weekend building a new robot from spare parts.

Definition: A shiny, silver-white metal that is part of the rare-earth elements, used to enhance the properties of certain alloys and found in some minerals.

Example: Gadolinium is often used in medical imaging to improve the quality of MRI scans.

Definition: A noticeable mistake or error, especially in a social or public situation.

Example: He made a gaffe during the interview that embarrassed him.

Definition: An item or promise given as security for a loan or obligation, or a type of plum fruit.

Example: He offered a gage to secure the loan from the bank.

Definition: To offer something as a pledge or security, often in a bet or agreement.

Example: He decided to gage his watch as a bet in the game.

Definition: Something that can be obtained or acquired.

Example: The skills you learn in this course are gainable and will help you in your career.

Definition: Something that provides profit or benefit, often related to work or employment.

Example: She found a gainful job that allowed her to support her family.

Definition: In a way that produces a profit or benefit; profitably.

Example: She found a gainfully employed position that allowed her to support her family.

Definition: The condition of being profitable or beneficial, often in terms of financial gain.

Example: The gainfulness of the investment attracted many investors.

Definition: Having a graceful and attractive appearance; pleasing to look at.

Example: The dancer moved in a gainly manner, captivating the audience with her elegance.

Definition: To say that something is not true or to disagree with something.

Example: She did not gainsay his claim about the event.