Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Not capable of causing disease or harm; lacking the ability to produce severe effects.

Example: The avirulent strain of the virus is used in research to study immune responses without causing illness.

Definition: A health condition caused by not having enough essential vitamins in the body, which can lead to various diseases.

Example: Avitaminosis can lead to serious health problems if not treated properly.

Definition: Relating to a condition caused by a deficiency of vitamins in the diet.

Example: The avitaminotic symptoms in the patient indicated a serious lack of essential nutrients.

Definition: A job or activity that someone does in addition to their main job, often for enjoyment or personal interest.

Example: Her avocation as a painter brings her great joy outside of her regular job as a teacher.

Definition: Related to a hobby or secondary occupation that someone does in addition to their main job.

Example: She enjoys avocational activities like painting and hiking during her free time.

Definition: In a way that relates to a hobby or interest rather than a profession.

Example: She pursued her painting avocationally, enjoying it as a relaxing pastime.

Definition: Something that can be avoided or prevented from happening.

Example: The accident was avoidable if the driver had been more careful.

Definition: The act of staying away from something or not doing something.

Example: His avoidance of social situations made it hard for him to make friends.

Definition: A strong statement or declaration that something is true or certain.

Example: His avouchment of the facts was convincing to the jury.

Definition: To openly admit or declare something, especially a belief or feeling, without shame.

Example: She decided to avow her support for the new policy during the meeting.