GRE Vocabulary 2024
| By Jiuondgie Lyon |
GRE Vocabulary 2024
This hot word list for GRE test takers is selected from mainstream English media based on popular topics in 2024. It's an express supplement for preparing for the GRE test.
You can use example sentences and contexts to connect more words with popular topics. This is a proven way to accumulate new words accurately.
We also include previous GRE vocabulary 2022-2024 on this page and add links to sentences and contexts from classic books for further reading. Words added within one year are labeled with a new badge.
If any GRE test-takers are going to kick off building vocabulary, we also recommend the 3 GRE lists below as a starting point.
Combine new SAT words to the list.
You can use example sentences and contexts to connect more words with popular topics. This is a proven way to accumulate new words accurately.
We also include previous GRE vocabulary 2022-2024 on this page and add links to sentences and contexts from classic books for further reading. Words added within one year are labeled with a new badge.
If any GRE test-takers are going to kick off building vocabulary, we also recommend the 3 GRE lists below as a starting point.
Recent Added GRE Words:
guzzle v. drink especially liquor greedily 
ethical a. pertaining to right and wrong in conduct
gruesome a. causing repulsion or horror
spectrum n. a range of similar things
featured a. having special attraction
circadian a. being, having, characterized by, or occurring in approximately 24-hour periods or cycles
rhythm n. a regularly recurrent quantitative change in a variable biological process
fast track v. accelerate the development or progress
incentive n. something that encourages a person to do something
score n. a written representation of a musical composition showing all the vocal and instrumental parts
ethical a. pertaining to right and wrong in conduct
gruesome a. causing repulsion or horror
spectrum n. a range of similar things
featured a. having special attraction
circadian a. being, having, characterized by, or occurring in approximately 24-hour periods or cycles
rhythm n. a regularly recurrent quantitative change in a variable biological process
fast track v. accelerate the development or progress
incentive n. something that encourages a person to do something
score n. a written representation of a musical composition showing all the vocal and instrumental parts
GRE Vocabulary 2022-2024
accommodating 
a. willing to fit in with someone's wishes or needs
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences anomaly
n. something different, abnormal, peculiar, or not easily classified
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences anthology
n. a published collection of poems or other pieces of writing
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences attrition
n. the action or process of gradually reducing the strength or effectiveness
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences boutique New
n. a small store selling fashionable clothes or accessories
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences charcoal
n. a hard, black substance similar to coal that can be used as fuel
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences circadian New
a. being, having, characterized by, or occurring in approximately 24-hour periods or cycles
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences citadel
n. a fortress, typically on high ground, protecting or dominating a city
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences colloquy
n. a conversation, a gathering for discussion
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences coroner
n. an official who investigates violent, sudden, or suspicious deaths
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences credence New
n. belief in or acceptance of something as true
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences debris New
n. remains of something broken down or destroyed
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences deftly
ad. in a way that is neatly skillful and quick in movement
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences dilemma
a. a situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences driftnet New
n. a very large fishing net that hangs in the sea from devices floating on the surface
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences dune
n. a mound or ridge of sand formed by the wind, especially on the sea coast or in a desert
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences embodiment
n. a tangible or visible form of an idea, quality, or feeling
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences enzyme
n. a substance produced by a living organism that acts as a catalyst to bring about a specific biochemical reaction
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences ethical New
a. pertaining to right and wrong in conduct
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences half-timbered New
a, having the frame supports of timber and the interstices filled in with plaster, or the like
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences helix
n. an extended spiral chain of atoms in a protein or nucleic acid
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences hermitage New
n. a place where a religious person lives on their own, away from the rest of society
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences hone
v. refine or perfect something over a period of time
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences immune profile
n. immune response when they are exposed to a virus and potentially predict health outcomes
Example sentences Words in context incentive New
n. something that encourages a person to do something
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences interact
v. act in such a way as to affect another
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences intrigue
v. arouse the curiosity or interest of; fascinate
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences ladder polymer
n. a polymer, as DNA, consisting of double-stranded chains linked by hydrogen bonds
Example sentences Words in context languish
v. to lose or lack vitality; grow weak or feeble
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences lend New
v. contribute or add (something, especially a quality) to
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences lurk
v. to be or remain hidden to wait in ambush for someone or something
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences momentum
n. the quality that keeps an event developing or making progress after it has started
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences mutation
n. the changing of the structure of a gene, resulting in a variant form that may be transmitted to subsequent generations
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences nostalgic
a. longing for or thinking fondly of a past time or condition
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences odyssey
n. a long and eventful or adventurous journey or experience
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences pathogen
n. a bacterium, virus, or other microorganisms that can cause disease
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences pervasiveness
n. the quality of spreading widely or being present throughout an area or a group of people
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences pounce
v. to spring or swoop suddenly to catch prey
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences pristine New
a. in its original condition, unspoiled
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences procrastination
n. the action of delaying or postponing something
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences reframe
v. express words, concept, or plan differently
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences resonance
n. the condition in which an electric circuit produces the largest possible response to an applied oscillating signal
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences retrofit
v. add an accessory to something that did not have it when manufactured
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences rhythm New
n. a regularly recurrent quantitative change in a variable biological process
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences rung
n. horizontal support on a ladder for a person's foot
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences score New
n. a written representation of a musical composition showing all the vocal and instrumental parts
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences shelf-life
n. the period during which a material may be stored and remain suitable for use
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences shred New
n. a strip of some material, such as paper, cloth, or food
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences sleuth
n. a person who investigates crimes; a detective
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences stipulation
n. a condition or requirement that is specified as part of an agreement
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences supercharge
v. to make something more powerful or impressive
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences synergy
n. the interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations, substances, or other agents
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences tantalizing
a. causing excitement, interest, and desire
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences theorize
v. form a theory or set of theories about something
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences time-honored
a. respected or valued because it has existed for a long time
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences tony
a. fashionable among wealthy or stylish people
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences trauma
n. a deeply distressing or disturbing experience
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences underserve
v. supply with insufficient services, especially social and health services
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences valorize
v. to give or ascribe value or validity to something
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences vane
n. a broad blade attached to a rotating axis or wheel which pushes or is pushed by wind or water
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences verbal
a. of, relating to, or consisting of words, spoken rather than written
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences weather
v. wear away or change the appearance or texture of something by long exposure to the air
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences whizz
v. move quickly through the air with a whistling or whooshing sound
Example sentences Words in context More Sentences Combine new SAT words to the list.