Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A person or thing that is difficult to understand or explain; something that is puzzling or mysterious.

Example: The disappearance of the ancient civilization remains an enigma to historians.

Definition: Something that is mysterious or difficult to understand.

Example: The artist's work has an enigmatic quality that captivates viewers.

Definition: Relating to something that is mysterious or difficult to understand.

Example: The artist's work has an enigmatical quality that leaves viewers pondering its meaning.

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

Example: She smiled enigmatically, leaving everyone wondering what she was thinking.

Definition: A technique in poetry where a sentence or phrase runs over from one line to the next without a pause, creating a flow of thought across lines.

Example: The poet used enjambment to create a sense of movement and urgency in the poem.

Definition: To order someone to do something or to prohibit them from doing something, often with a sense of authority.

Example: The judge decided to enjoin the company from continuing its harmful practices.

Definition: A person who gives orders or commands, especially in a legal context.

Example: The enjoiner issued a directive to cease all operations until further notice.

Definition: A type of small protein found in the brain and body that has effects similar to opiates, helping to relieve pain and produce feelings of pleasure.

Example: The body produces enkephalins to help manage pain and stress.

Definition: To start burning or to begin to produce flames.

Example: The dry leaves began to enkindle when the sun hit them just right.

Definition: To cause something to start burning or to inspire strong feelings or emotions.

Example: The speech was meant to enkindle a sense of hope in the audience.

Definition: The process of making something larger or the result of this process.

Example: The enlargement of the photograph made the details much clearer.