Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A condition that causes pain or discomfort in the body or mind, often referring to a minor illness.

Example: She visited the doctor to discuss her ailment.

Definition: The condition of having no specific goal or purpose in life, leading to a lack of direction or focus.

Example: After losing his job, he felt a sense of aimlessness that made it hard to get out of bed in the morning.

Definition: Something that is carried or moved through the air, often referring to objects or substances that are flying or floating in the atmosphere.

Example: The helicopter became airborne within seconds of takeoff.

Definition: A type of explosion that occurs in the air, typically from a bomb or shell, rather than on the ground.

Example: The airburst of the bomb caused widespread damage over a large area.

Definition: A structure, like a wing or blade, that is shaped to create lift or control movement when it moves through the air.

Example: The engineer designed a new airfoil to improve the aircraft's lift efficiency.

Definition: The main structure of an aircraft, which includes the body and wings, but does not include the engines or other systems.

Example: The engineers designed a new airframe to improve the aircraft's aerodynamics.

Definition: The ability of a country's air force to use aircraft and missiles effectively for military operations and strategies.

Example: The country's airpower was a decisive factor in the conflict.

Definition: This word describes something, usually an aircraft, that is in the best condition to be safe and suitable for flying.

Example: The aircraft was deemed airworthiest after passing all safety inspections.

Definition: The condition of an aircraft being safe and suitable for flying.

Example: The aircraft was grounded due to a lack of airworthiness certification.

Definition: Having qualities or characteristics that are similar or related to something else.

Example: The two theories are akin in their approach to understanding human behavior.