Selected GMAT Vocabulary

Name: Selected GMAT Vocabulary
ISBN: 9787560555140

Yu MinhongXi'an Jiaotong University Press · ChinaAug 2016

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Word count: 221K words
Chapters: 53
ISBN: 9787560555140

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Summary

This newly revised edition helps candidates master GMAT vocabulary in every respect. Responding to changes in the exam, it adds more than 1,000 new high-frequency words, gathers the vocabulary essential for the GMAT, provides precise definitions, and pairs them with numerous classic example sentences that reinforce memory through context. The memory method for each important word is explained in detail, mainly through the classic roots-plus-association approach and supported by word splitting, homophonic cues, and other techniques that make learning more enjoyable and vivid. Derivatives and words sharing the same root introduce English word formation. A rich appendix collects frequently tested GMAT words, phrases, mathematical formulas, and sentence patterns in four categories for easy review.

Editor's review

GMAT Vocabulary Selection, personally compiled by Yu Minhong, founder of New Oriental, is a classic vocabulary reference book for GMAT candidates. This book is not a simple listing of word lists; its core value lies in precise vocabulary selection and efficient memory methodology. With years of frontline teaching experience, Yu Minhong extracted high-frequency core vocabulary from a vast number of GMAT past papers and authoritative materials, and arranged them using scientific methods such as roots and affixes and associative memory, aiming to help candidates overcome vocabulary difficulties within limited time and lay a solid foundation for the reading, critical reasoning, and writing sections. The vocabulary definitions in this book are closely tied to the GMAT exam context, and most example sentences are drawn from past papers or foreign publications such as The Economist and The Wall Street Journal, ensuring the practicality and applicability of vocabulary learning. For candidates with tight preparation time or an intermediate English foundation, this vocabulary book provides a clear learning path and reliable content, making it a priority choice for building a GMAT vocabulary system.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Candidates planning to prepare for the GMAT within 3-6 months who need to systematically build a vocabulary foundation
Learners with an intermediate English foundation who hope to improve their vocabulary through scientific memory methods
Test takers who prefer using paper books or systematic word lists for memorization
Candidates who recognize the New Oriental teaching system and seek authoritative preparation materials

Not a good fit for

High-level candidates whose English vocabulary far exceeds GMAT requirements and who only need targeted gap-filling
Candidates hoping to obtain a large number of supporting exercises or immersive context training
Test takers seeking the latest exam trends or purely digital learning experiences

Reading tips

It is recommended to make a daily memorization plan and repeatedly consolidate it using the memory methods in the book
Vocabulary from the book can be combined with Official Guide (OG) questions to deepen understanding in context
Focus on mastering the common testing methods and synonym substitutions of vocabulary in GMAT critical reasoning and reading

About the publisher

Xi'an Jiaotong University Press China · Founded in 1983

Xi'an Jiaotong University Press focuses its in-house list mainly on health and wellness, inspirational growth and medicine, while also publishing practical English test-preparation titles. Representative works include The Complete Guide to Dietary Dos and Don'ts for Health by Symptom and The Compendium of Materia Medica: Wisdom for Chinese Herbal Wellness, which center on traditional Chinese health preservation and dietary care, as well as English titles such as GMAT Vocabulary Selection, CET-4 Vocabulary: Root and Association Memory Method (Shuffled Edition) and 500 Classic CET-6 Sentences to Memorize. Its authors include Zhang Junli, Wang Chaowei, Wang Hongcai, Zhang Daning, the New Oriental Examination Research Center and Yu Minhong. Given limited public information, a full account of its publishing directions and series system is difficult to provide.

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附录一 GMAT阅读中的态度词
附录二 GMAT阅读词汇分类
附录三 GMAT常考短语及词组
附录四 GMAT数学词汇
A.算术
B.代数式、方程及不等式
C.几何
D.公式
E.句型
F.实际应用

FAQ

How large is the vocabulary in this book? Is it enough to cover the GMAT exam?

This book contains approximately 3,000 core high-frequency words from the GMAT exam, which have been classified and marked by importance. For most candidates, mastering these words is sufficient to handle the vast majority of exam content and is a reliable choice for building a basic vocabulary system.

This book's edition is relatively old. Is it still suitable for the current exam?

The core vocabulary of the GMAT exam is relatively stable, and the high-frequency words selected in this book have long-term applicability. However, the specific question types and styles of the exam may be slightly adjusted. Candidates are advised to use this book as a vocabulary foundation while supplementing with the latest Official Guide and past papers for practice.

Compared with memorizing words on mobile apps, what are the advantages of this book?

The advantage of this book lies in its systematicness and methodology. It was carefully arranged by an experienced teacher based on teaching experience and provides scientific memory pathways such as roots and affixes and associative memory, helping to form a structured vocabulary network, which is difficult to replace with fragmented app learning. It is suitable for candidates who like in-depth, systematic learning.

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About the author

Yu Minhong Author · Chinese · 1962

Yu Minhong was born in Jiangyin, Jiangsu, in 1962. He graduated from the Department of Western Languages at Peking University and is the founder and chairman of New Oriental Education & Technology Group. In 1993 he founded Beijing New Oriental School, and in 2006 he led New Oriental's listing on the New York Stock Exchange. He is a well-known English-teaching and management expert in China and an author of inspirational books. His writing centers on two areas: English exam preparation and personal growth. The former features a root-plus-association memory method and covers vocabulary study for postgraduate entrance exams, TOEFL, CET-4, and high school English, with editions such as portable, shuffled-order, and upgraded versions. The latter focuses on learning motivation and personal striving. His works combine language-learning methods with inspirational expression and have a broad influence among exam-preparation readers.