Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: The act of getting back at someone for something they did wrong, often by causing them harm or suffering.

Example: He sought vengeance against those who had wronged him.

Definition: Having a strong desire to get back at someone for a wrong done to you; wanting to take revenge.

Example: After being betrayed, she felt vengeful and plotted her revenge.

Definition: In a way that shows a desire for revenge or to harm someone because of a wrong done to oneself.

Example: She acted vengefully after being betrayed by her friend.

Definition: The state of wanting to harm someone in return for a wrong done to you.

Example: Her vengefulness made it hard for her to forgive those who had hurt her.

Definition: Something that can be easily forgiven or excused; not serious or important.

Example: His mistake was venial, so the teacher decided to let it go without punishment.

Definition: The condition of being able to be forgiven or excused for a mistake or wrongdoing.

Example: His venialness made it easier for the teacher to overlook his minor errors.

Definition: The act of puncturing a vein to draw blood or give medicine.

Example: The nurse performed a venipuncture to collect a blood sample for testing.

Definition: A type of X-ray image that shows the inside of a vein after a special dye is injected to make the vein visible.

Example: The doctor ordered a venogram to check for any blockages in the patient's veins.

Definition: A medical imaging technique used to take pictures of veins after a special dye is injected to make them visible.

Example: The doctor ordered a venography to check for any blockages in the patient's veins.

Definition: The state or quality of being able to produce venom, which is a toxic substance used by some animals to harm others.

Example: The venomousness of certain snakes makes them dangerous to humans.