Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Causing fear or respect because of being powerful or impressive.

Example: The redoubtable warrior was feared by all his enemies.

Definition: In a way that inspires fear or respect; formidable.

Example: The general was redoubtably known for his strategic brilliance in battle.

Definition: To have a positive effect or result, often returning benefits or glory to someone or something.

Example: His hard work will redound to his reputation in the community.

Definition: Relating to a type of chemical reaction where oxidation and reduction occur simultaneously.

Example: The redox reaction is essential in many biological processes.

Definition: A type of chemical reaction where the oxidation state of one or more substances changes, involving the transfer of electrons between them.

Example: In a redox reaction, one substance is oxidized while another is reduced.

Definition: A way to correct a wrong or provide compensation for an injury or loss.

Example: The organization aims to provide redress for victims of injustice.

Definition: To correct or fix something that is wrong or unfair, often by providing compensation or making amends.

Example: The company promised to redress the issues raised by the customers.

Definition: A change in the wavelength of light where the wavelength becomes longer than it was when it was emitted, often observed in celestial bodies moving away from the observer.

Example: Astronomers use redshift to determine how fast galaxies are moving away from us.

Definition: Describing light or other electromagnetic radiation that has been stretched to longer wavelengths, often due to the movement of an object away from the observer.

Example: The light from the distant galaxy appeared redshifted, indicating it was moving away from us.

Definition: To become smaller or less in amount, size, or degree.

Example: She decided to reduce her sugar intake for better health.

Definition: To make something smaller in size, amount, or degree; to lessen or decrease.

Example: We need to reduce our energy consumption to help the environment.

Definition: Made smaller in size, amount, or degree; decreased from a previous state.

Example: The reduced price of the shoes made them more affordable for everyone.

Definition: To make something smaller in size, amount, or degree.

Example: The company reduced its prices to attract more customers.

Definition: The quality or state of being able to be made smaller or simpler.

Example: The reducibility of the problem made it easier to solve.