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25 GRE Words with Surprising Origins

Who says studying vocabulary can't be fun? Learn 25 common GRE words and their fascinating origins to make studying for the verbal section easier.

Master GRE Vocabulary with Synonym Groups

Learn how to study for the GRE by grouping words with similar meanings. This graphic provides a list of synonym groups to help you ace the verbal section.

How to Master GRE Vocabulary

Are you gearing up for the GRE and looking to expand your vocabulary quickly and effectively? Join me, Matt, for an engaging session where we'll cover 60 common GRE words in just 60 minutes! As the sole GRE course author for Achievable and a former Kaplan instructor, I've dedicated over 1,000 hours to helping students like you achieve their target scores. With my experience in crafting personalized study plans and teaching GRE prep, I’m here to guide you through the verbal reasoning section with proven test-taking strategies.

The Five Most Important Geometry Equations in the GRE

Geometry can be one of the trickiest parts of the GRE Quant section—but with the right formulas at your fingertips, you can approach these questions with confidence. In this workshop, Matt R.—a top GRE coach with years of experience helping students boost their scores—will break down the five most essential geometry equations you need to know before test day.

Strategies for Quant Comparison Questions

In this event, I will cover five unique scenarios where the correct answer is D. But in each scenario the answer will be D for a completely different reason. For each scenario we will have multiple examples to drive home the point. This is going to be a lot of fun. See you then!

Master GRE Vocabulary with Synonym Groups (Part 2)

Learn how to study for the GRE by grouping words with similar meanings. This graphic provides a list of synonym groups to help you ace the verbal section.

GRE Week (September 2-4) Kickoff

Join us for Leland's FREE GRE Week (September 2-4, 2025)! You’re invited to the ultimate GRE prep week, designed to help you surpass your target test scores. During this Kickoff top coaches Bruce H., Matt R., and Audra Z. will answer questions about best tips and strategies to ace the GRE. ​This week will feature online sessions hosted by top Leland tutors, instructors, and coaches who will give you extremely tactical insight for each section of the exam. Join them as they cover the GRE outline, recent updates to the exam, general study tips, online vs. in-person testing, common mistakes, and more.

Geometry Sample Questions

Set a timer for 8 minutes and attempt these 5 GRE level geometry questions. This will be roughly the same amount of time per question you will have on the real GRE. Explanations are on the second page.

GRE Score Distributions

This document shows a visual representation of the scoring distribution for quant, verbal, and analytical writing; and it also offers data insights for each.

Common GRE Synonym Pairs

This document covers 18 unique GRE vocabulary words that are neatly paired with another vocabulary word that sounds similar and has the same meaning. How serendipitous! It also includes a two answer text completion practice problem for you to try.

The Five Most Important Geometry Equations to Know for the GRE

GRE Quant performance often comes down to quickly recognizing which formulas apply under time pressure. In this session, you’ll learn the five geometry equations that appear most frequently on the GRE, how to spot when each one is being tested, and how to apply them efficiently to avoid common traps. Designed for test-takers looking to boost accuracy and speed, this event focuses on practical strategies you can use immediately on exam day.

Quant Comparison Sample Questions

Set a timer for 8 minutes and attempt these 5 GRE level quant comparison questions. This will be roughly the same amount of time per question you will have on the real GRE. For each question determine if one quantity is greater, if they are the same, or if the relationship cannot be determined from the information given. Explanations are on the next page.