GRE Word List

BIENNIAL

occurring every two years

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

Random words

WordMeaning
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
salaciousarousing or appealing to sexual desire or imagination
sentientresponsive to or conscious of sense impressions
lethargicof, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish
benefitsomething that produces good or helpful results or effects or that promotes well-being : advantage
anvila heavy usually steel-faced iron block on which metal is shaped (as by hand hammering)
beholdenbeing under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted
padrea Christian clergyman
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate