inveterate
/ɪnˈvɛtəɹɪt/
Group 17Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Having a particular habit, activity, or interest that is long-established and unlikely to change GRE
Example in Context
The inveterate gambler had lost three fortunes but remained convinced that his next wager would be the one to reverse his luck.
Synonyms
habitualchronicdeep-rooted
Etymology
Having a habit that is long-standing and unlikely to change.
- in- (Latin) — not
- veterare (Latin) — to make old
Memory Aid
🐀Sounds like “in vet rat”
An IN-VET-RATE RAT that has been living in the same cheese shop for decades!
Visual Association
📅An old rat with a cane, celebrating its 50th anniversary of living in a cheese factory!
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “inveterate” mean on the GRE?
inveterate (adjective) means “Having a particular habit, activity, or interest that is long-established and unlikely to change”. The inveterate gambler had lost three fortunes but remained convinced that his next wager would be the one to reverse his luck.
How to remember “inveterate” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “inveterate” sounds like “in vet rat”. An IN-VET-RATE RAT that has been living in the same cheese shop for decades!
What are synonyms for “inveterate”?
Common synonyms: habitual, chronic, deep-rooted.