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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| thresh | to separate seed from (a harvested plant) mechanically |
| retain | to keep in possession or use |
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| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |
| brawn | the flesh of a boar |
| repel | to drive back : repulse |
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