Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A way of behaving that shows someone thinks they are better or more important than others; a sense of pride that can come off as arrogance.

Example: Her hauteur made it difficult for her to make friends at the new school.

Definition: A situation of great disorder, confusion, or destruction.

Example: The storm caused havoc in the city, leaving many homes damaged.

Definition: To cause great destruction or damage to something.

Example: The storm wreaked havoc on the small town, leaving many homes damaged.

Definition: A method of transferring money without using traditional banking systems, often based on trust and used in Islamic communities.

Example: Many people use hawala to send money to their families abroad without going through banks.

Definition: The act of selling goods or services in a public place, often by shouting or calling out to attract customers.

Example: The street vendor was engaged in hawking his wares to passersby.

Definition: To sell goods or services in a public place, often by shouting or calling out to attract customers.

Example: The street vendor was hawking fresh fruits and vegetables to passersby.

Definition: Having a tendency to support aggressive policies, especially in finance or military matters, often favoring higher interest rates or a more confrontational stance in international relations.

Example: The hawkish stance of the new administration raised concerns among investors about potential interest rate hikes.

Definition: In a way that is aggressive or favoring a strong military approach, often in politics or discussions.

Example: The politician spoke hawkishly about the need for increased defense spending.

Definition: The quality or state of being aggressive or favoring warlike policies, especially in politics or international relations.

Example: The senator's hawkishness on military issues has drawn both support and criticism from his constituents.

Definition: A situation or condition that can cause harm, injury, or danger.

Example: The construction site was marked with signs to warn of potential hazards.

Definition: To put someone or something in a situation where there is a risk of danger or harm.

Example: He decided to hazard a guess about the answer to the riddle.

Definition: Something that can cause harm or danger to people, animals, or the environment.

Example: The factory was closed because it was found to be producing hazardous waste.

Definition: In a way that is dangerous or risky.

Example: The chemicals were handled hazardously, putting everyone at risk.