GRE Word List
CONGENITAL
existing at or dating from birth
The meaning of the word congenital is existing at or dating from birth.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cavalier | marked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain |
| predator | an organism that primarily obtains food by the killing and consuming of other organisms : an organism that lives by predation |
| torso | the human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk |
| transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
| adjutant | a staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |
| intrude | to thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome |
| dissimulate | to hide under a false appearance |
| intrepid | characterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |