GRE Word List
DIAPHANOUS
characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through
The meaning of the word diaphanous is characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| forlorn | bereft |
| retroactive | extending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past |
| insurrection | an act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government |
| alacrity | promptness in response : cheerful readiness |
| adjutant | a staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence |
| veto | an authoritative prohibition : interdiction |
| indicative | serving to indicate |
| filch | to steal secretly or casually |
| absolve | to set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt |
| ambrosia | the food of the Greek and Roman gods |