fraught
/fɹɔːt/
Group 29Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Causing or affected by great anxiety or stress; filled with something undesirable GRE
Example in Context
The negotiations were fraught with tension from the outset, as each side arrived with grievances that predated the current dispute by years.
Synonyms
filled withloadedtense
Etymology
Laden with anxiety — filled with tension or stress.
- fraught (Middle English) — laden
Memory Aid
😰Sounds like “fought”
After a FIGHT, the room is FRAUGHT with awkward silence and tension!
Visual Association
😨A group of friends sitting in a circle, nervously avoiding eye contact after an argument.
Semantic Clusters
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “fraught” mean on the GRE?
fraught (adjective) means “Causing or affected by great anxiety or stress; filled with something undesirable”. The negotiations were fraught with tension from the outset, as each side arrived with grievances that predated the current dispute by years.
How to remember “fraught” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “fraught” sounds like “fought”. After a FIGHT, the room is FRAUGHT with awkward silence and tension!
What are synonyms for “fraught”?
Common synonyms: filled with, loaded, tense.