Set 94 · Study 1 / 5
Exita feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen
She entered the examination room with a sense of trepidation, anxious about how well she would perform.
Set 94 of GRE Vocabulary covers 5 words: trepidation, expiation, conjecture, tenacity, renegade. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen
She entered the examination room with a sense of trepidation, anxious about how well she would perform.
the act of making amends or reparation for wrongdoing
He sought expiation for his mistakes through volunteering in the community.
an opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information
The scientist's conjecture about the cause of the anomaly was based on limited data from the initial experiments.
the quality of being determined and persistent in achieving a goal
Her tenacity in pursuing her dreams despite numerous setbacks is truly inspiring.
a person who behaves in a rebellious or unconventional manner
The renegade artist refused to conform to traditional styles, choosing instead to create bold and unconventional pieces.