GRE Word List
AMPHIBIAN
an amphibious organism
The meaning of the word amphibian is an amphibious organism.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| amble | to go at or as if at an easy gait : saunter |
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |
| mettle | vigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament |
| touchy | marked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation |
| ravenous | rapacious |
| animated | endowed with life or the qualities of life : alive |
| unassailable | not assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question |
| pinion | the terminal section of a bird's wing including the carpus, metacarpus, and phalanges |