Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: To speak about someone or something in a very negative and critical way, often to damage their reputation.

Example: The article vilified the politician, making it hard for him to regain public trust.

Definition: To speak negatively about someone or something; to belittle or show disrespect.

Example: He tends to vilipend those who disagree with him.

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of a villain; often associated with wickedness or evil actions.

Example: The villainous character in the movie plotted to take over the world.

Definition: In a way that shows evil or wicked behavior, like a villain.

Example: The character in the movie acted villainously, plotting against the hero.

Definition: The quality of being evil or morally bad; the state of engaging in wicked actions.

Example: The villainousness of his actions shocked everyone in the community.

Definition: The quality or state of being wicked or evil, often associated with treachery or immoral behavior.

Example: The story's villainy was evident in the character's cruel actions and deceitful plans.

Definition: Having a surface that is covered with soft, hair-like structures or projections, often found in biological contexts.

Example: The villous surface of the plant helps it absorb more moisture from the air.

Definition: A small, finger-like projection found in certain tissues, especially in the intestines and in the placenta of mammals, that helps with absorption or attachment.

Example: The villi in the small intestine increase the surface area for nutrient absorption.

Definition: A chemical compound derived from the Madagascar periwinkle plant, used in medicine to treat certain types of cancer.

Example: Vinblastine is often prescribed to patients undergoing treatment for Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Definition: Able to be defeated or overcome; not invincible.

Example: The vincible team fought hard but ultimately lost the match.