The professor's lecture on recondite theories of quantum mechanics left many students perplexed by the obscure concepts.
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obscureesotericarcane
word origin — From Latin 'reconditus', meaning 'hidden, concealed', which is the past participle of 'recondere' (to put away, store up).
GRE Vocabulary — Set 109
Set 109 of GRE Vocabulary covers 5 words: recondite, resplendent, inveterate, affluent, supercilious. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
recondite · adjective/ˈrɛk.ən.daɪt/
little known or obscure
The professor's lecture on recondite theories of quantum mechanics left many students perplexed by the obscure concepts.
Synonyms: obscure, esoteric, arcane
Origin: From Latin 'reconditus', meaning 'hidden, concealed', which is the past participle of 'recondere' (to put away, store up).
resplendent · adjective/rɪˈsplɛndənt/
shining brilliantly or radiant in appearance
The garden was resplendent with blooming flowers in every color of the rainbow, creating a breathtaking display.
Synonyms: radiant, luminous, brilliant
Origin: from Latin 'resplendens', the present participle of 'resplendere' meaning 'to shine back, shine brightly'.
inveterate · adjective/ɪnˈvɛt.ə.rɪt/
having a particular habit, activity, or interest that is long-established and unlikely to change
Despite many attempts to quit, he remained an inveterate gambler, always drawn back to the thrill of the casino.
Synonyms: chronic, habitual, entrenched
Origin: The word 'inveterate' originates from the Latin 'inveteratus', which means 'to grow old' or 'to become old'.
affluent · adjective/ˈæf.lu.ənt/
having a great deal of money or wealth
The affluent neighborhood was filled with luxurious homes and high-end shops.
Synonyms: wealthy, rich, prosperous
Origin: The word 'affluent' originates from the Latin 'affluens', which is the present participle of 'affluere', meaning 'to flow abundantly'.
supercilious · adjective/ˌsuːpəˈsɪl.jəs/
behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others
The supercilious smile on the aristocrat's face made it clear that he looked down on everyone in the room.
Synonyms: arrogant, haughty, disdainful
Origin: from Latin 'superciliosus', meaning 'haughty, disdainful', derived from 'supercilium', meaning 'eyebrow or arrogance'