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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

cryptic

IPA: /ˈkrɪptɪk/

KK: /ˈkrɪptɪk/

adjective

Definition: Something that is difficult to understand or has a hidden meaning.

Example: The message was cryptic, leaving everyone confused about its true meaning.

cryptically

IPA: /ˈkrɪp.tɪ.kli/

KK: /ˈkrɪp.tɪ.kli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is mysterious or difficult to understand.

Example: The message was written cryptically, leaving everyone confused about its meaning.

crypto

IPA: /ˈkrɪptoʊ/

KK: /ˈkrɪptoʊ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or using methods of cryptography, which is the practice of securing information by transforming it into a format that is unreadable without a key.

Example: The crypto technology used in this application ensures that all data is securely encrypted.

noun

Definition: A person who secretly supports or belongs to a particular group or belief, often without revealing their identity.

Example: He is a crypto who secretly supports the movement but does not openly express his views.

cryptococcus

IPA: /ˌkrɪp.təˈkɒk.əs/

KK: /ˌkrɪp.təˈkɒk.əs/

noun

Definition: A type of fungus that is often found in soil and can cause infections in humans, particularly in those with weakened immune systems.

Example: Cryptococcus can lead to serious health issues, especially in individuals with compromised immune systems.

cryptogamic

IPA: /ˌkrɪp.təˈɡæm.ɪk/

KK: /ˌkrɪp.təˈɡæm.ɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a group of plants that reproduce by spores instead of seeds, including mosses, ferns, and fungi.

Example: The study of cryptogamic plants is essential for understanding ecosystems.

cryptogenic

IPA: /ˌkrɪp.təˈdʒɛn.ɪk/

KK: /ˌkrɪp.təˈdʒɛn.ɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that has an unclear or unknown origin, often used to describe diseases.

Example: The doctors were puzzled by the cryptogenic condition that had no clear cause.

cryptogram

IPA: /ˈkrɪptəˌɡræm/

KK: /ˈkrɪptəˌɡræm/

noun

Definition: A piece of writing that is written in a secret code, making it difficult to read without knowing the code.

Example: The detective solved the cryptogram to reveal the hidden message.

cryptograph

IPA: /ˈkrɪptəˌɡræf/

KK: /ˈkrɪptoʊgræf/

verb

Definition: To write a message in a secret code or cipher so that only certain people can read it.

Example: The spy had to cryptograph the information before sending it to his headquarters.

cryptographer

IPA: /ˈkrɪp.təˌɡræf.ər/

KK: /ˈkrɪp.təˌɡræf.ɚ/

noun

Definition: A person who creates or studies codes and ciphers to keep information secret.

Example: The cryptographer worked late into the night to decode the secret message.

cryptographic

IPA: /ˌkrɪp.təˈɡræf.ɪk/

KK: /ˌkrɪptoʊˈɡræfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the practice of encoding and decoding information to keep it secure.

Example: The cryptographic techniques used in online banking help protect users' personal information.

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