GRE Word List

BIENNIAL

occurring every two years

The meaning of the word biennial is occurring every two years.

Random words

WordMeaning
submergeto put under water
vortexsomething that resembles a whirlpool
capaciouscontaining or capable of containing a great deal
disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
dolorouscausing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief
pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration
penologya branch of criminology dealing with prison management and the treatment of offenders
disjointedbeing thrown out of orderly function
refulgenta radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance