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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

rigorous

IPA: /ˈrɪɡərəs/

KK: /ˈrɪɡərəs/

adjective

Definition: Strict and demanding, often requiring a lot of effort or discipline. It can also mean very precise or harsh in conditions.

Example: The rigorous training program helped the athletes improve their performance significantly.

rigorously

IPA: /ˈrɪɡərəsli/

KK: /ˈrɪɡərəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a very strict and careful way, ensuring that all details are considered and nothing is overlooked.

Example: The experiment was conducted rigorously to ensure accurate results.

rigorousness

IPA: //ˈrɪɡərəsnəs//

KK: /ˈrɪɡərəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being strict and demanding, often in terms of rules or standards.

Example: The rigorousness of the training program ensured that all participants were well-prepared.

rigour

IPA: /ˈrɪɡər/

KK: /ˈrɪɡər/

noun

Definition: The quality of being strict, demanding, and thorough in the way something is done or examined.

Example: The teacher emphasized the importance of rigour in scientific research.

riotous

IPA: /ˈraɪətəs/

KK: /ˈraɪətəs/

adjective

Definition: Characterized by wild and noisy behavior, often associated with chaos or disorder; can also refer to something abundant or lush.

Example: The riotous celebration lasted all night, filled with laughter and music.

riotously

IPA: /ˈraɪətəsli/

KK: /ˈraɪətəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is very funny or causes a lot of laughter and excitement.

Example: The comedian performed riotously, making everyone in the audience laugh out loud.

riotousness

IPA: //ˈraɪətəsnəs//

KK: /ˈraɪətəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being wild, noisy, or disorderly, often associated with fun or celebration.

Example: The festival was filled with riotousness, as people danced and celebrated in the streets.

ripost

IPA: /rɪˈpɒst/

KK: /rɪˈpoʊst/

noun

Definition: A quick and clever reply to someone, often used in conversation or debate.

Example: Her ripost was so sharp that it left everyone in the room speechless.

riposte

IPA: /rɪˈpɒst/

KK: /rɪˈpoʊst/

intransitive verb

Definition: To respond quickly or sharply to a comment or challenge, often in a clever or witty way.

Example: She had a clever riposte ready for any criticism.

noun

Definition: A quick and clever reply, especially in a conversation or debate, often used to counter an argument or insult.

Example: Her witty riposte left everyone in the room laughing.

risibility

IPA: //rɪˈzɪbɪlɪti//

KK: /rɪˈzɪbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability or tendency to laugh, often in response to something funny or amusing.

Example: Her risibility was contagious, making everyone around her laugh.

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