GRE Wordlist Vocabulary : Starting Alphabet ‘S’ (Multiple Choice Questions)


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Question 1
savory
A
v. restate a passage in one's own words while retaining thought of author
B
n. sleight of hand
C
adj. tasty; pleasing
D
v. command; order
Question 2
scabbard
A
v. weaken; sap
B
adj. dreamily thoughtful; thoughtful with a hint of sadness
C
n. model of perfection
D
n. case for a sword blade; sheath
Question 3
scad
A
n. a great quantity
B
n. someone who can make his or her voice seem to come from another person or thing
C
v. very carefully
D
n. point of moon's orbit when it is nearest the earth
Question 4
scaffold
A
adj. profane; impious
B
adj. shaky; infirm from old age
C
adj. retired or disqualified because of age
D
n. temporary platform for workers; bracing framework
Question 5
scale
A
v. discuss lightly; exchange blows or words
B
adj. denoting an unobstructed and comprehensive view
C
v. climb up; ascend
D
adj. menacing; threatening
Question 6
scanty
A
v. come between
B
adj. meager; insufficient
C
v. root up
D
v. come together
Question 7
scapegoat
A
adj. situated beyond; unstated and often questionable
B
adj. warlike
C
n. someone who bears the blame for others
D
adj. stylish; sporty
Question 8
scenario
A
n. plot outline; screenplay
B
n. a tendency to disbelief
C
adj. wandering
D
n. floor made of wood strips inlaid in a mosaic-like patter
Question 9
schematic
A
n. those of gentle birth; refinement
B
v. confirm; ratify
C
adj. relating to an outline or diagram; using a system of symbols
D
v. loiter; waste time
Question 10
schism
A
adj. grating; harsh
B
n. horn overflowing with fruit and grain; symbol of abundance
C
n. living language; natural style
D
n. division; split
Question 11
scintilla
A
adj. stingy; parsimonious
B
n. A collection of things, esp. one systematically gathered.
C
adj. third
D
n. shred; least bit
Question 12
scintillate
A
n. agreement
B
v. treat gently; pamper
C
adj. clamorous; noisy
D
v. sparkle; flash
Question 13
scoff
A
adj. festive; gay
B
v. put into effect; supply with tools
C
n. criminal
D
v. mock; ridicule
Question 14
scotch
A
v. stamp out; thwart
B
n. accuse; serve as evidence against
C
v. very carefully
D
adj. cautious; careful
Question 15
scourge
A
adj. not planned; impromptu
B
n. lash; whip
C
n. crafty; double-dealing
D
n. clever reply
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