Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: To fail to fulfill an obligation or requirement, such as not appearing in court or not making a payment.

Example: He defaulted on his loan payments, which affected his credit score.

Definition: A situation or condition that happens automatically when no other choice is made, or a failure to meet an obligation, especially in finance.

Example: The software will use the default settings unless you change them.

Definition: To fail to fulfill a duty or obligation, such as not appearing in court or not making a payment.

Example: If you default on your loan, the bank may take legal action against you.

Definition: A legal term referring to a clause or provision in a contract that allows for the cancellation or annulment of the contract under certain conditions.

Example: The contract included a defeasance clause that allowed either party to terminate the agreement if specific conditions were met.

Definition: The condition of being able to be annulled or invalidated; it refers to something that can be undone or revoked under certain circumstances.

Example: The defeasibility of the contract allows either party to withdraw under specific conditions.

Definition: Able to be canceled or made invalid.

Example: The contract included a defeasible clause that allowed either party to withdraw under certain conditions.

Definition: Able to be beaten or overcome in a competition or conflict.

Example: The team was confident that they were not defeatable this season.

Definition: A person or thing that defeats someone or something, often in a competition or conflict.

Example: The champion was known as the ultimate defeater of all challengers.

Definition: A way of thinking where a person believes that failure is inevitable and does not try to change the situation.

Example: His defeatism prevented him from taking any action to improve his circumstances.

Definition: Relating to a belief that defeat is inevitable or that failure is expected.

Example: His defeatist attitude made it hard for the team to stay motivated during tough times.

Definition: A person who believes that defeat is inevitable or who has a negative attitude towards success.

Example: Despite the challenges, she refused to be a defeatist and continued to strive for her goals.

Definition: The act of causing something to lose its original form or appearance, often resulting in damage or disfigurement.

Example: The artist's work was criticized for its defeature, which altered the original beauty of the sculpture.

Definition: To leave a group or organization, often to join a different one, especially in a political or military context.

Example: He decided to defect from the army and join the rebels.

Definition: A flaw or imperfection that makes something less effective or valuable.

Example: The product was recalled due to a defect in its design.