Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A failure to act or a delay in taking action, especially in a legal context, which can result in the loss of a right or privilege.

Example: The court dismissed the case due to laches, as the plaintiff waited too long to file their claim.

Definition: Related to tears or the glands that produce them.

Example: The doctor explained the function of the lachrymal glands in tear production.

Definition: A substance that causes tears to be produced, often used in crowd control or self-defense.

Example: The police used a lachrymator to disperse the protesters.

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is tearful or likely to cause tears. It can refer to a sad situation or a person who is easily brought to tears.

Example: The movie was so lachrymose that many people in the audience were crying.

Definition: Describing something that has a fringe or is shaped like a fringe, often with narrow pointed lobes or deep irregular edges.

Example: The laciniate leaves of the plant added a unique texture to the garden.

Definition: A condition or state where something has fringed or lobe-like projections.

Example: The plant's leaves showed a beautiful laciniation, making them look delicate and intricate.

Definition: To be without something that is needed or desired.

Example: He does not lack confidence when speaking in public.

Definition: A situation where something is missing or not enough, often referring to a need or deficiency.

Example: The lack of resources made it difficult to complete the project.

Definition: To not have something that is needed or desired.

Example: She lacked the confidence to speak in front of the crowd.

Definition: showing a lack of enthusiasm or determination; being careless or lazy in attitude or behavior.

Example: His lackadaisical approach to studying resulted in poor grades.

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of enthusiasm or interest; done without much care or effort.

Example: He completed his homework lackadaisically, barely paying attention to the instructions.

Definition: To behave in a submissive or overly obedient way, often to gain favor from someone in power.

Example: He acted like a lackey, always agreeing with his boss's every word.

Definition: A person who does menial work or serves someone in a subservient role, often without much respect or independence.

Example: He acted like a lackey, always running errands for his boss without question.

Definition: To serve or assist someone in a subordinate role, often in a way that is overly obedient or servile.

Example: He acted as a lackey to the wealthy businessman, doing all his bidding without question.