GRE Word List
PHOENIX
a legendary bird which according to one account lived 500 years, burned itself to ashes on a pyre, and rose alive from the ashes to live another period
The meaning of the word phoenix is a legendary bird which according to one account lived 500 years, burned itself to ashes on a pyre, and rose alive from the ashes to live another period.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dislodge | to drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage |
| revelry | noisy partying or merrymaking |
| glamor | an exciting and often illusory and romantic attractiveness |
| fickle | marked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness |
| crestfallen | having a drooping crest or hanging head |
| stink | to emit a strong offensive odor |
| acme | the highest point or stage |
| nicety | the quality or state of being nice |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| rampart | a protective barrier : bulwark |