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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WordMeaning
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
overweeningarrogant
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
refuteto prove wrong by argument or evidence : show to be false or erroneous
animatedendowed with life or the qualities of life : alive
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
avuncularsuggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality
phenomenaphenomenon