Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: The first words or phrases of a text, especially in old manuscripts or early printed books.

Example: The incipit of the ancient manuscript revealed its title and author.

Definition: To cut or carve into a surface using a sharp tool.

Example: The artist decided to incise a beautiful pattern into the stone.

Definition: Cut into a surface or deeply and sharply cut, often used to describe something that has been engraved or marked with a sharp instrument.

Example: The artist created an incised design on the pottery.

Definition: A cut made into body tissue or an organ, often during surgery.

Example: The surgeon made a small incision to begin the operation.

Definition: Describing something that is clear, sharp, and able to express ideas or thoughts in a direct and effective way.

Example: Her incisive remarks during the debate impressed everyone in the audience.

Definition: In a way that is clear, sharp, and direct, often cutting through confusion or ambiguity.

Example: She spoke incisively, making her points clear and easy to understand.

Definition: The quality of being clear, sharp, and direct in thought or expression.

Example: Her incisiveness in analyzing the problem helped the team find a solution quickly.

Definition: A small cut or notch in a surface or edge.

Example: The surgeon made an incisure in the tissue to access the underlying area.

Definition: Causing or encouraging someone to take action or feel a certain way; stimulating or provoking.

Example: The incitant speech motivated the crowd to take action.

Definition: Something that encourages or provokes action or behavior; a motivating factor.

Example: The incitant for her decision to move was the job offer she received.

Definition: An act of encouraging or provoking someone to take action or behave in a certain way.

Example: The incitation of the crowd led to a peaceful protest turning into a riot.