Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: To give something more importance or worth than it actually has.

Example: Many people tend to overvalue material possessions.

Definition: A general summary or broad view of something, often providing key points or an outline.

Example: The teacher gave us an overview of the main topics we would cover in the course.

Definition: A condition where the voltage in an electrical circuit exceeds the level it was designed to handle, which can be dangerous and cause damage.

Example: The device failed due to overvoltage, which caused a short circuit.

Definition: A ballot that indicates more choices or candidates than permitted in a specific election or vote.

Example: The election officials had to disqualify several ballots due to an overvote.

Definition: Having an excessive or arrogant attitude; showing too much pride or confidence.

Example: His overweening ambition led him to take risks that others would avoid.

Definition: In a way that shows excessive pride or confidence, often to the point of being arrogant.

Example: He spoke overweeningly about his achievements, making others uncomfortable.

Definition: To have a strong effect on someone emotionally or mentally, or to defeat someone completely. It can also mean to give someone too much of something or to cover something completely with a large amount of something.

Example: The news of her promotion overwhelmed her with joy.

Definition: Having a strong effect that is difficult to handle or resist; very intense or powerful.

Example: The overwhelming support from the community made the event a success.

Definition: In a way that is very strong or intense, often making it difficult to handle or deal with.

Example: The support for the new policy was overwhelmingly positive.

Definition: Very nervous, excited, or upset; often too much in a way that is not calm or controlled.

Example: After the long meeting, she felt overwrought and needed to take a break to relax.