Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: In a way that shows concern only for oneself and not for others.

Example: He acted selfishly by taking the last piece of cake without asking anyone else.

Definition: Not thinking about oneself; caring more about others than about oneself.

Example: Her selfless actions inspired everyone in the community.

Definition: In a way that shows concern for others rather than oneself, often putting others' needs before one's own.

Example: She selflessly volunteered to help the community during the crisis.

Definition: The quality of caring more about others than oneself and putting their needs before your own.

Example: Her selflessness was evident when she volunteered to help the homeless every weekend.

Definition: Referring to the exact same person or thing that has been mentioned or is being discussed.

Example: The selfsame book that I read last year is still on my shelf.

Definition: Related to the meaning of words and language.

Example: The semantic meaning of the word can change depending on the context.

Definition: Related to the meaning of words and phrases in language.

Example: The semantical differences between the two terms can lead to confusion.

Definition: In a way that relates to the meaning of words and phrases.

Example: The two sentences are semantically different, even though they sound similar.

Definition: A person who studies the meaning of words and language.

Example: The semanticist explained how different words can convey various meanings in different contexts.

Definition: The branch of linguistics that focuses on the meaning of words, phrases, and sentences, and how they relate to each other.

Example: In her linguistics class, she learned about semantics and how it affects communication.