Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Describing a sound that is sharp and high-pitched, often unpleasant or grating.

Example: The stridulous noise of the old door creaking made everyone jump.

Definition: A situation where there is conflict, struggle, or disagreement between people or groups.

Example: The two countries have been in strife for many years over territorial disputes.

Definition: To hit or come into contact with something, often with force; to make a sound or to start moving suddenly.

Example: The clock struck midnight, signaling the start of the new year.

Definition: A work stoppage by employees to demand better pay or working conditions.

Example: The workers decided to go on strike to negotiate for higher wages.

Definition: To hit someone or something with force.

Example: He decided to strike the ball with all his strength during the game.

Definition: A person who is employed to take the place of workers who are on strike, often to keep a business running during the strike.

Example: The company hired strikebreakers to continue operations while the workers protested for better wages.

Definition: Relating to actions or activities that oppose or undermine a strike, often involving individuals who work during a strike to replace striking workers.

Example: The company hired strikebreaking workers to continue operations during the labor dispute.

Definition: An action or activity aimed at stopping a strike by workers, often by bringing in non-striking workers or other means to undermine the strike.

Example: The company hired strikebreakers to continue operations during the workers' protest.

Definition: The quality of being strict or demanding, often related to rules or standards.

Example: The stringency of the new regulations surprised many businesses.

Definition: Having strict rules or requirements; demanding high standards or being very tight in terms of resources or regulations.

Example: The school has stringent rules about attendance and behavior.

Definition: In a way that is strict or demanding, often requiring strict adherence to rules or standards.

Example: The rules were enforced stringently to ensure everyone's safety.

Definition: To make a great effort to achieve something or to try very hard to do something.

Example: She will strive to improve her grades this semester.

Definition: The act of making a strong effort to achieve something or to improve oneself.

Example: Her striving for excellence in her studies paid off with high grades.

Definition: To make a great effort to achieve something or to try very hard to do something.

Example: She is striving to improve her skills in painting.