GRE Verbal Archives

GRE Verbal, also known as the GRE Verbal Reasoning measure, asks you to evaluate, interpret, and analyze written texts. You'll be tested on grammar and tough vocabulary. There are three question types on this test: reading comprehension, text completion, and sentence equivalence. Prepare by familiarizing yourself with the test, increasing the amount of time you spend reading high-level texts, and spending lots of time with vocabulary flashcards.

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GRE Verbal Practice

Verbal practice questions to help you prep.

GRE Verbal Question Types

The 3 main GRE verbal question types.

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Our top GRE Verbal tips for doing well.

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Tough GRE vocab is learnable with flashcards & reading practice.

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The Best and Worst GRE Word Lists (Plus Bonus Quiz)

By Chris Lele In: GRE Vocabulary

Looking to boost your GRE vocab? Click here for all you need to know on GRE word lists, including the top 20 words to know for the GRE!

GRE Vocabulary eBook

By Margarette Jung In: GRE Resources

Magoosh’s GRE Vocabulary eBook is a free, one-stop vocabulary resource that will help you get ready for GRE Verbal anytime, anywhere.

GRE Verbal Reasoning: Five Tips for Doing Well

By Chris Lele In: GRE Verbal, GRE Verbal Tips

GRE expert Chris Lele covers 5 GRE Verbal Reasoning tips to help you prepare for the GRE verbal test. Read for quick, useful strategies.

90 Day GRE Study Plan (Verbal Focused)

By Mike MᶜGarry In: GRE Study Schedules

Looking for a 90-day GRE study plan focused on Verbal lessons that includes a good deal of high level math practice? Magoosh has you covered!

GRE Vocabulary Books: Recommended Fiction and Non-Fiction (Updated for 2021)

By Chris Lele In: GRE Verbal, GRE Vocabulary

Need a list of fiction and non-fiction recommendations for captivating books filled with GRE vocabulary? Magoosh has you covered!

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Learn GRE Vocabulary with Moira Rose [Video]

By Christine Pasetes In: GRE Vocabulary

In our latest video, we'll learn Moira Rose vocabulary words—the kind of obscure and lengthy vocab the GRE loves to test you on!

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How to Study GRE Vocabulary

By Chris Lele In: GRE Vocabulary

Want to learn how to study GRE vocabulary effectively? Try these strategies recommended by our GRE experts and students like you!

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Commonly Confused Words on the GRE

By Chris Lele In: GRE Vocabulary

Did you know that ETS intentionally tests students on commonly confused words? Click here for a list of the most commonly confused word pairs on the GRE!

GRE Vocabulary List: Words with Multiple Meanings

By Chris Lele In: GRE Vocabulary

On test day, you'll like encounter GRE words with double or multiple meanings. We cover some of the most common words with multiple meanings in this post!

GRE Root Words and Prefixes

By Chris Lele In: GRE Vocabulary

Studying GRE root words and prefixes can help you deduce a word's meaning, but not all prefixes follow the rules. Learn what to watch out for in this post.

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