GRE Vocabulary — Set 105

Set 105 of GRE Vocabulary covers 5 words: revere, subsume, proscribe, coalesce, ruminate. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. revere · verb/rɪˈvɪr/

   to regard with deep respect and admiration

   Many people revere the contributions of scientists who have advanced our understanding of the universe.

   Synonyms: venerate, idolize, esteem

   Origin: from Latin 'revereri', meaning 'to stand in awe of'

2. subsume · verb/səbˈsum/

   to include or absorb something within a larger category or framework

   In our analysis, we aim to subsume various economic theories under a unified framework to enhance understanding.

   Synonyms: incorporate, encompass, assimilate

   Origin: from Latin 'subsumere', which means to take up or include, composed of 'sub-' meaning 'under' and 'sumere' meaning 'to take'.

3. proscribe · verb/proʊˈskraɪb/

   to forbid or prohibit something officially

   The new regulations will proscribe any form of harassment in the workplace.

   Synonyms: forbid, prohibit, ban

   Origin: from Latin 'proscribere', meaning 'to publish or put forth' which is a combination of 'pro-' meaning 'in front of' and 'scribere' meaning 'to write'.

4. coalesce · verb/koʊəˈlɛs/

   to come together and form one mass or whole

   Over time, the small communities began to coalesce into a larger, unified region, sharing resources and services.

   Synonyms: merge, combine, unite

   Origin: From Latin 'coalescere', from 'co-' (together) + 'alescere' (to grow).

5. ruminate · verb/ˈruː.məˌneɪt/

   to think deeply or repeatedly about something

   After receiving the feedback, she needed some time to ruminate on the suggestions before making a decision.

   Synonyms: ponder, contemplate, reflect

   Origin: From Latin 'ruminari', meaning 'to chew the cud', from 'rumen' meaning 'throat, stomach'.