Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A substance derived from certain plants that is used to treat nausea, induce pupil dilation, and has sedative properties.

Example: The doctor prescribed scopolamine to help with her motion sickness during the long car ride.

Definition: Relating to or affected by a disease caused by a lack of vitamin C, known as scurvy.

Example: The sailors suffered from scorbutic symptoms after months at sea without fresh fruits and vegetables.

Definition: Relating to or resembling scoria, which is a type of volcanic rock that is rough and porous.

Example: The scoriaceous texture of the rock made it lightweight and easy to handle.

Definition: To show a lack of respect or to treat someone or something as unworthy.

Example: She scorned his suggestion, believing it to be foolish.

Definition: A feeling of strong dislike or disrespect for someone or something that is considered unworthy or despicable.

Example: She looked at him with scorn after he made that rude comment.

Definition: To treat someone or something with a lack of respect or to show that you think they are not good enough.

Example: She scorned his attempts to apologize, believing he was insincere.

Definition: Hated or looked down upon by others.

Example: She felt scorned by her peers after her mistake was revealed.

Definition: To feel or show that something is worthless or deserving of contempt.

Example: She scorned his attempts to apologize, believing he was insincere.

Definition: Showing a lack of respect or contempt for someone or something.

Example: She gave a scornful laugh when she heard the ridiculous suggestion.

Definition: In a way that shows contempt or disdain for someone or something.

Example: She looked at him scornfully after he made that rude comment.

Definition: The state or quality of showing a strong feeling of dislike or disrespect towards someone or something.

Example: Her scornfulness was evident when she dismissed his ideas without consideration.

Definition: A region in the visual field where vision is reduced or completely absent.

Example: The doctor explained that a scotoma can affect how a person sees objects in their surroundings.

Definition: Relating to vision in low light conditions, where the eyes use rod cells to see, rather than cone cells that are used in bright light.

Example: The scotopic vision allows us to see in the dark, but colors appear less vibrant.