Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A condition where a person is not fully aware of their surroundings, often feeling dazed or numb, usually due to shock or extreme stress.

Example: After the accident, he was in a stupor and couldn't respond to questions.

Definition: Feeling very sleepy or confused, as if you are in a daze.

Example: After staying up all night, I felt stuporous and could barely keep my eyes open.

Definition: The quality of being strong and solid, able to withstand pressure or damage.

Example: The sturdiness of the table made it perfect for heavy use in the workshop.

Definition: Very dark and gloomy, often associated with death or the underworld.

Example: The stygian depths of the cave made it impossible to see anything.

Definition: Having a slender and pointed shape, similar to a style or a bristle.

Example: The styliform bone in the fish helps it maintain balance in the water.

Definition: This word describes something that is connected to or characteristic of a particular style, especially in writing or art.

Example: The author's stylistic choices made the novel more engaging and unique.

Definition: In a way that relates to style, especially in art, literature, or fashion.

Example: The artist painted stylistically, focusing on the unique features of the subject.

Definition: The study of how language is used in different styles, focusing on elements like metaphor and other stylistic features in specific contexts.

Example: In her thesis, she explored the stylistics of modern poetry.

Definition: Relating to a slender, pointed structure, often used in anatomy to describe certain bone processes.

Example: The doctor explained the importance of the styloid process in the human skull.

Definition: A barrier or hindrance that prevents progress or achievement.

Example: The heavy rain was a stymie to our plans for a picnic.

Definition: To prevent someone from doing something or to stop progress.

Example: The unexpected rainstorm stymied our plans for a picnic.