Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: In a way that shows strong disapproval or criticism, often causing someone to feel ashamed or diminished.

Example: She looked at him witheringly after he made the rude comment.

Definition: Not given or shared; kept back from someone or something.

Example: The information was withheld from the public for security reasons.

Definition: To keep something back or not allow it to be given or shared.

Example: The teacher withheld the test results until all students had completed the exam.

Definition: To keep something back or not give it to someone.

Example: She decided to withhold her opinion until the meeting was over.

Definition: To hold back or not give something that is expected or needed.

Example: The teacher decided to withhold the test results until all students had completed the exam.

Definition: To successfully resist or endure something difficult or challenging.

Example: She was able to withstand the pressure of the exam and performed well.

Definition: To successfully resist or endure something difficult or challenging.

Example: She was able to withstand the pressure of the exam and performed well.

Definition: Not having intelligence or good sense; foolish or silly.

Example: His witless remarks made everyone in the room uncomfortable.

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of intelligence or understanding; foolishly.

Example: He witlessly agreed to the plan without thinking it through.

Definition: The condition of lacking intelligence or being foolish.

Example: His witlessness in the meeting led to several misunderstandings.

Definition: To see an event happen, especially a crime or accident, and be able to provide information about it.

Example: I witnessed the accident on my way to work.

Definition: A person who sees or knows about an event, especially a crime or accident, and can provide information about it.

Example: The witness provided important details about what happened during the incident.

Definition: To be present at an event or to have personal knowledge of something, often used in legal contexts to describe someone who sees or hears something important.

Example: She was called to witness the signing of the contract.

Definition: A clever and often funny comment or remark that shows a quick sense of humor.

Example: His witticism made everyone laugh during the serious meeting.

Definition: Being aware or conscious of something; done intentionally or with purpose.

Example: She was witting of the consequences of her actions before making the decision.

Definition: Information or knowledge that is known or communicated.

Example: The witting of the event helped everyone prepare better.

Definition: To know or be aware of something; to have knowledge or understanding.

Example: She was witting of the changes happening in the organization.