Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: The illegal act of bringing goods into a country without paying the required taxes or following the laws.

Example: The police caught him smuggling drugs across the border.

Definition: To move goods illegally into or out of a country, often to avoid taxes or restrictions.

Example: They were caught smuggling drugs across the border.

Definition: The quality of feeling very pleased with oneself, often in a way that shows a lack of concern for others.

Example: His smugness was evident when he bragged about his promotion in front of his colleagues.

Definition: Easily annoyed and quick to speak in a rude or sharp way.

Example: She responded with a snappish remark when I asked her a question.

Definition: In a way that is quick and sharp, often showing irritation or impatience.

Example: She replied snappishly when I asked her to help me.

Definition: The quality of being irritable or quick to respond in a sharp manner.

Example: Her snappishness made it difficult for her friends to approach her when she was upset.

Definition: To make a quick or sudden movement to grab something.

Example: He snatched at the falling book before it hit the ground.

Definition: A quick grab or grasp, often done suddenly; it can also refer to a small piece or fragment of something, like a bit of conversation.

Example: He took a snatch of the conversation as he walked by.

Definition: To quickly take something away from someone or something, often in a sudden or forceful manner.

Example: He tried to snatch the toy from the child's hands.

Definition: To make a facial expression that shows scorn or contempt, often by curling the lip.

Example: He couldn't help but sneer at the ridiculous suggestion.

Definition: A facial expression or remark that shows contempt or scorn, often involving a slight raising of one side of the mouth.

Example: She gave a sneer when she heard his ridiculous suggestion.

Definition: To speak or express something in a way that shows contempt or scorn, often with a mocking tone.

Example: He sneered at the idea, making it clear he thought it was foolish.

Definition: Showing a critical or mocking attitude in a way that is meant to belittle someone or something.

Example: His snide remarks made it clear that he didn't respect her opinion.

Definition: In a way that is mocking or sarcastic, often showing a lack of respect.

Example: She replied snidely to his comment, making it clear she didn't take him seriously.

Definition: To complain or cry in a way that shows weakness or sadness, often with tears or sniffles.

Example: He began to snivel when he realized he had lost his favorite toy.

Definition: A runny nose or the sound made when someone sniffs due to a cold or crying.

Example: After catching a cold, he had a constant snivel that made it hard to speak clearly.