repertoire
/ˈɹɛp.ə.twɑː/
Group 21Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (noun)
- A stock of skills or types of things that a person habitually uses GRE
Example in Context
The diplomat had an impressive repertoire of negotiation techniques, adapting his approach seamlessly to each new counterpart.
Synonyms
collectionrangelineup
Etymology
A collection of skills or performances that one can draw upon.
- repertorium (Latin) — to find again
Memory Aid
🎭Sounds like “rep a tour”
Imagine a magician going on a REP-tacular TOUR, showcasing every trick up their sleeve from their REPERTOIRE!
Visual Association
🎤A performer dazzling the crowd with an incredible display of talents, from singing to juggling.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “repertoire” mean on the GRE?
repertoire (noun) means “A stock of skills or types of things that a person habitually uses”. The diplomat had an impressive repertoire of negotiation techniques, adapting his approach seamlessly to each new counterpart.
How to remember “repertoire” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “repertoire” sounds like “rep a tour”. Imagine a magician going on a REP-tacular TOUR, showcasing every trick up their sleeve from their REPERTOIRE!
What are synonyms for “repertoire”?
Common synonyms: collection, range, lineup.