Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A strange or unusual idea or action that is unpredictable and often whimsical.

Example: The artist's latest work is a vagary that challenges traditional forms of expression.

Definition: A condition characterized by excessive activity or sensitivity of the vagus nerve, which can lead to problems with blood vessels, digestion, and muscle function.

Example: The doctor explained that vagotonia can cause symptoms like dizziness and digestive issues.

Definition: Relating to the state of increased activity of the vagus nerve, which can affect bodily functions such as heart rate and digestion.

Example: The vagotonic effects of the medication helped to calm the patient's heart rate.

Definition: The condition of wandering from place to place without a permanent home or job.

Example: The city has programs to help those struggling with vagrancy.

Definition: Describing someone or something that moves around without a fixed home or purpose, often wandering from place to place and lacking support.

Example: The vagrant artist traveled from city to city, seeking inspiration wherever he went.

Definition: A person who moves around without a permanent home and often lives on the streets, usually without a steady job or income.

Example: The city has programs to help vagrants find shelter and support.

Definition: In a way that is wandering or lacking a fixed home or purpose.

Example: The artist traveled vagrantly from city to city, seeking inspiration.

Definition: Not clear or definite; lacking specific details or clarity.

Example: Her explanation was so vague that I didn't understand what she meant.

Definition: The quality of being unclear or not specific, making it difficult to understand or interpret something.

Example: The vagueness of his explanation left everyone confused about the plan.

Definition: Having an excessively high opinion of one's own appearance, abilities, or worth; the most self-absorbed or conceited.

Example: She was considered the vainest person in the room, always admiring herself in the mirror.

Definition: Describing someone who is very proud of their own achievements and often shows off about them, sometimes in an annoying way.

Example: His vainglorious attitude made it hard for others to work with him.