English Basic Verbs

While the senator privately approved of gay marriage; he was unwilling to advocate for the cause in a public venue. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

Harry was so unknowledgable that he was unaware the Egyptian pharaohs antedated the American Revolution.

History ascribes The Odyssey and The Illiad to Homer; but scholars now debate whether he was a historical figure or a fictitious name.

In the weekly paper; the editor assailed the governor for wasting hundreds of thousands of dollars in public projects that quickly failed.

Her fear that the new college would be filled with unknown faces was assuaged when she recognized her childhood friend standing in line.

Ideally; the restaurant's augmented menu will expand its clientele and increase its profits.

The struggling videogame company put all of its finances into one final; desperate project to avert bankrupcy.

Badgered by his parents to find a job; the 30-year-old loafer instead joined a gang of itinerant musicians. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

The students were willing to clean up the broken glass; but when the teacher asked them to mop the entire floor; they balked; citing reasons why they needed to leave.

Often we imagine all monks to wear the beatific smile of the Buddha; but; like any of us; a monk can have a bad day and not look very happy.

We never begrudge money spent on ourselves.

"The teacher looked down at the student and said; ""It would behoove you to be in class on time and complete your homework; so that you don't repeat freshman English for a third straight year."""

A good teacher will never belittle his students; but will instead empower them.

the king marched north to besiege Berwick; the television station was besieged with calls

The prince's distasteful choice of words besmirched not only his own name; but the reputation of the entire royal family.

The profits at our firm bucked the general downturn that effected the real estate industry. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

China's economy has been buttressed by a global demand for the electronic parts the country manufactures.

Every fall; high school English teachers are inundated by requests to censor their curriculum by removing The Catcher in the Rye and Scarlet Letter from their reading lists.

Martin Luther King Jr. championed civil rights fiercely throughout his short life. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

Deserted for six months; the property began to look more like a jungle and less like a residence--weeds grew unchecked in the front yard This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

Over time; the various tribes coalesced into a single common culture with one universal language.

Her headache was compounded by the construction crew outside; which had six jackhammers going at the same time. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

The queen was so conniving that; with the help of the prince; she tried to overthrow the king.

At the church of Notre Dame in France; the new High Altar was consecrated in 1182.

The restoration of the ancient church was only consummated after a twenty years of labor. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

Her claim that frog populations were falling precipitously in Central America was corroborated by locals; who reported that many species of frogs had seemingly vanished overnight.

The third-rate script so debased the film that not even the flawless acting could save it from being a flop.

Richard Dawkins tries to debunk religious belief; but his ridicule tends to push people away from his points rather than convince them.

Jesse had mockingly pointed out all of Nancy's faults in front of their friends; publicly degrading the poor girl.

Since the senior manager had to go on many international business trips; she was forced to delegate many of her responsibilities to two lower-level managers. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

Emergency situations such as this call for immediate action and leave no room to deliberate over options. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

At first the soccer players bantered back and forth; but as soon as one of the players became demeaning; calling the other's mother a water buffalo; the ref whipped out a red card.

The nun derided the students for trying to sneak insects and worms into the classroom.

After desecrating the pharaoh's tomb; the archaeologist soon fell victim to a horrible illness.

The government's primary job should invlove deterring paths to war; not finding ways to start them.

The dialogue between the two academics devolved into a downright bitter argument.

Animals on Madagascar differentiated from other similar animal species due to many years of isolation on the island.

Sarah couldn't discriminate between a good wine and a bad wine; so she avoided wine tastings. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

The U.S. Constitution disenfranchised women until 1920 when they were given the right to vote.

As soon as the angry peasants stormed the castle; they caught the king and swiftly dispatched him. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

Throughout his life; he was dogged by insecurities that inhibited personal growth. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

Once again a get-rich-fast Internt scheme had duped Harold into submitting a $5;000 check to a sham operation.

Stranded in a cabin over the winter; Terry was able to eke out an existence on canned food.

Most high school physics teachers find themselves elaborating the same point over and over again; since many concepts confuse students.

Even a basic understanding of physics can elude most high schools students.

McCartney would write relatively straightforward lyrics; and Lennon would embellish them with puns and poetic images.

To really become fluent in a new language; emulate the speech patterns and intonation of people who speak the language.

Harold enticed his wife; Maude; to go on a vacation to Hawaii; with promises of luaus on the beach and all-you-can-eat seafood buffets.

I sat and listened as she enumerated all of the things she did not like about the past three months.

"He erred in thinking that ""indigent"" and ""indignant"" were synonyms."

As a child; I exasperated my mother with strings of never-ending questions.

Please present some case studies that exemplify the results that you claim in your paper.

Nelson's parents exhorted him to study medicine; urging him to choose a respectable profession; intransigent; Nelson left home to become a graffiti artist.

The media fawned over the handsome new CEO; praising his impeccable sense of style instead of asking more pointed questions. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

Ever the resourceful lexicographer; Fenton was able to ferret out the word origin of highly obscure words. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

After World War II; war heroes were feted at first but quickly forgotten.

Steven was able to finagle one of the last seats on the train by convincing the conductor that his torn stub was actually a valid ticket.

Many people have been fleeced by Internet scams and never received their money back. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

Sylvia has excelled at advanced calculus; but ironically; when she has deal with taxes; she flounders.

Herb has given us no formal statement about his background; but from various hints; I have gleaned that he grew up in difficult circumstances.

Doug did not want to enter the race; but Jim; through a steady stream of taunts; goaded him into signing up for it.

Every time Susan comes to the office; Frank grovels as if she were about to fire.

Whenever the jester fell to the ground in mock pain; the king guffawed; exposing his yellow; fang-like teeth.

As the rain water began to collect in pools on the highway; it began to hamper the flow of traffic. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

The FBI has made so many restriction on the local police that they are absolutely hamstrung; unable to accomplish anything.

An implacable foe of corruption; Eliot Ness hounded out graft in all forms--he even helped nab Al Capone. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

Since the police sergeant had to train the pair of new hires; progress in his own case was impeded.

The crime boss was implicated for a long list of crimes; ranging from murder to disturbing the peace.

When Herb bought football tickets for a game on the day of their wedding anniversary; Jill was incensed. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

The bankrobber was indicted on several major charges; including possession of a firearm.

The newsroom was inundated with false reports that only made it more difficult for the newscasters to provide an objective account of the bank robbery.

My little sister has a way of irking and annoying me like no other person.

A casual observer might have thought that Peter was meandering through the city; but that day he was actually seeking out those places where he and his long lost love had once visited.

The plot and the characters were so well developed that many viewers were mesmerized; unable to move their eyes from the screen for even a single second.

The earnestness of the daytime talk shows of the 1970's has morphed into something far more sensational and vulgar: today guests actually standup and threaten to take swings at one another.

She says she genuinely wanted to help me; but instead she patronized me; constantly pointing out how I was inferior to her. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

If you do not let him do things for himself; you are merely perpetuating bad habits that will be even harder to break in the future.

Now that Henry is recovering from a major illnesses; he no longer lets the little trivialities; such as late mail; perturb him.

Instead of perusing important documents; people all too often rush to the bottom of the page and plaster their signatures at the bottom.

Standing forlornly by the window; she pined for her lost love. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

A governmental warning about an imminent terrorist attack would preempt ordinary network programming on television.

Before the cricket match; Australia was heavily favored; but India prevailed.

His constant whistling would rankle her; sometimes causing her to leave in a huff.

When Dexter was unable to fulfill his basic duties; instead of firing him; the boss relegated him to kitchen cleanup.

We will no longer work with that vendor since it has reneged on nearly every agreement.

After much thought; Ted resolved not to travel abroad this summer because he didn't have much money in his bank account. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

Email is wonderfully efficient; but once something awkward or damaging has been sent; there is no way to retract it.

Dan is usually calm and balanced; but it takes only one intense glare from Sabrina to rile him.

The student savvies the meaning of astrophysics with little effort.

Wheeler was completely qualified for the committee; but the board snubbed him; choosing an obviously lesser qualified candidate instead.

She spurned all his flattery and proposals; and so he walked off embarrassed and sad.

Fearing his money would be squandered by his family; he gave all of it to charity when he died.

All alone in the mansion; Henrietta started when she heard a sound. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

To stem the tide of applications; the prestigious Ivy requires that each applicant score at least 330 on the Revised GRE. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

The engineers found their plans stymied at every turn and were ultimately able to make almost no progress on the project.

Pete Rose was one of the best baseball players of his generation; but his involvement with gambling on baseball games has tarnished his image in the eyes of many.

The government was loath to tender more money in the fear that it might set off inflation. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE

I wanted to spend a week in New York this autumn; but the high costs of travel and lodging thwarted my plans.

At the conference; the CEO touted the extraordinary success of his company's Research & Development division.

The latest symphony broadcast was made possible with underwriting from the Carnegie Endowment.

"At one time unnerved by math problems; she began avidly ""Magoosh-ing""; and soon became adept at even combinations and permutations questions."

For years; Argentina would dominate in World Cup qualifying matches; only to be vanquished by one of the European countries during the late stages of the tournament.

While the other teams in the division actively vie for the championship; this team seems content simply to go through the motions of playing.

Her enthusiasm for the diva's new album only waxed with each song; by the end of the album; it was her favorite CD yet. This word has other definitions but this is the most important one for the GRE