Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A condition where something does not have symmetry, meaning it is not balanced or equal on both sides.

Example: The artist used dissymmetry in her sculpture to create a unique visual effect.

Definition: Located far from a reference point, especially in relation to the body or a specific structure.

Example: The doctor explained that the distal end of the bone is further from the center of the body.

Definition: In a direction away from the center of the body or point of attachment.

Example: The doctor explained that the injury was located distally from the main joint.

Definition: The condition of being far away in space or time.

Example: The distantness of the mountains made them look small in the distance.

Definition: A feeling of dislike or aversion towards something.

Example: She expressed her distaste for the new policy at the meeting.

Definition: To have a strong feeling of dislike or aversion towards something.

Example: She expressed her distaste for the new policy during the meeting.

Definition: Causing a feeling of dislike or aversion; something that is unpleasant or offensive to one's taste.

Example: Many people found the movie's ending to be distasteful and inappropriate.

Definition: In a way that shows dislike or disapproval.

Example: She distastefully rejected the idea of going to the party.

Definition: The quality of being unpleasant or causing dislike.

Example: The distastefulness of the food made many guests leave the dinner early.

Definition: Not moderate or restrained; excessive or extreme in behavior or actions.

Example: His distemperate behavior at the party made everyone uncomfortable.

Definition: To swell or become larger due to internal pressure.

Example: The balloon began to distend as more air was pumped into it.

Definition: To make something larger or wider by applying pressure from within.

Example: The balloon began to distend as more air was pumped into it.