GRE Word List
AMPHIBIAN
an amphibious organism
The meaning of the word amphibian is an amphibious organism.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| redundant | exceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous |
| unwieldy | not easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome |
| clot | a portion of a substance adhering together in a thick nondescript mass (as of clay or gum) |
| paean | a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph |
| institutionalize | to make into an institution : give character of an institution to |
| clasp | a device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together |
| bevy | a large group or collection |
| gamut | the whole series of recognized musical notes |
| callous | being hardened and thickened |
| alms | something (such as money or food) given freely to relieve the poor |