Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: To search through something in a way that causes disorder, often looking for something valuable or to steal.

Example: The thieves ransacked the house, leaving everything in a mess.

Definition: The amount of money that is demanded for the release of a person who has been captured or held against their will.

Example: The kidnappers asked for a large ransom in exchange for the safe return of the hostages.

Definition: To free someone by paying money or another valuable thing to someone who is holding them captive.

Example: The kidnapper demanded a large ransom for the safe return of the hostages.

Definition: A person who pays money to free someone who has been captured or kidnapped.

Example: The ransomer agreed to pay the demanded amount to secure the release of the hostage.

Definition: Having an extreme desire for more than what is needed, especially in terms of wealth or food.

Example: The rapacious businessman was always looking for ways to increase his profits, no matter the cost.

Definition: In a way that shows a strong desire to acquire or possess something, often greedily or excessively.

Example: The company acted rapaciously, seeking to acquire smaller businesses at any cost.

Definition: The quality of being excessively greedy or grasping, especially in relation to wealth or resources.

Example: The rapaciousness of the corporation led to the exploitation of local communities.

Definition: The quality of being extremely greedy or wanting more than is needed, often in a way that is unfair or harmful to others.

Example: The rapacity of the corporation led to the exploitation of its workers.

Definition: Moving or happening very quickly.

Example: The rapid growth of technology has changed our lives significantly.

Definition: A fast-moving section of a river where the water flows quickly, often with obstacles that create rough surfaces.

Example: The kayakers navigated through the rapids with skill and excitement.

Definition: The quality of being fast or quick; how fast something happens or moves.

Example: The rapidity of the train's movement surprised everyone on the platform.

Definition: The quality or state of being quick or fast.

Example: The rapidness of the river's current made it difficult to swim.