Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Well-known for something bad or negative; famous for the wrong reasons.

Example: The notorious criminal was finally caught by the police.

Definition: In a way that is well known for something bad or undesirable.

Example: He is notoriously late to meetings, which frustrates his colleagues.

Definition: In spite of; despite something that has been mentioned or is known.

Example: She decided to go for a walk, notwithstanding the rain.

Definition: In spite of something; even though something is true or happens.

Example: Notwithstanding the rain, we decided to go for a walk.

Definition: In spite of something; despite something.

Example: The event continued, notwithstanding the bad weather.

Definition: Relating to things as they exist independently of perception or experience.

Example: The philosopher discussed the noumenal world, which is beyond human understanding.

Definition: In philosophy, it refers to an object or event as it exists independently of our perception or understanding, contrasting with how it appears to us.

Example: Kant's concept of noumenon challenges us to think about reality beyond our sensory experiences.

Definition: A type of star that becomes very bright for a short time and then slowly dims back to its normal brightness over weeks or years.

Example: Astronomers observed a nova that lit up the night sky for several weeks before fading away.

Definition: To replace an existing obligation or contract with a new one, transferring the rights and responsibilities to a new party.

Example: The company decided to novate the contract to a different supplier to improve efficiency.

Definition: The process of replacing an old obligation with a new one in legal terms.

Example: The company completed a novation to transfer its contract to a new partner.

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of novels, often describing a style or approach that is typical of narrative fiction.

Example: The author's novelistic style captivated readers with its rich detail and complex characters.

Definition: In a manner that resembles or relates to the style of a novel, often involving detailed storytelling or character development.

Example: She described the events novelistically, bringing the characters to life with vivid details.