GRE Words Starting with Q (20 words)

quixotic

extremely idealistic; unrealistic and impractical.

a quixotic solution/pursuit

quirky

having or characterized by peculiar or unexpected traits or aspects.

She has a quirky laugh.

qualm

an uneasy feeling of doubt, worry, or fear, especially about one's own conduct; a misgiving.

had no qualms about asking for their help

quiescent

in a state or period of inactivity or dormancy.

The bats were quiescent at that time of day, so we slowly entered the cave.

quibble

a slight criticism about a trivial matter; adverse comment; nitpicking

The word 'quibble' is commonly used in GRE vocabulary.

quarantined

isolated

The word 'quarantined' is commonly used in GRE vocabulary.

quandary

a state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do in a difficult situation; a practical dilemma; impasse; stalemate

The unexpected results of the test have created a quandary for researchers.

quash

reject or void, especially by legal procedure; cancel; rescind; suppress; put to an end; stamp out

The word 'quash' is commonly used in GRE vocabulary.

qualify

An instance of throwing and catching each prop at least twice.

His experience qualifies him for the job.

quintessence

the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.

The word 'quintessence' is commonly used in GRE vocabulary.

quagmire

difficult situation

querulous

complaining

quell

suppress subdue

quiescence

state of being passive/motionless

quack

person dishonestly claiming to something

Did you hear that duck make a quack?

quirk

habit or action peculiar to something

The car steers cleanly, but the gearshift has a few quirks.

quail

lose courage turn frightened

quaff

drink deeply

quotidian

banal; everyday

qualified

limited

Assuming that I have all the information, my qualified opinion is that your plan will work.

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