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 |
|---|---|
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| permeable | capable of being permeated : penetrable |
| dwindle | to become steadily less : shrink |
| eugenic | relating to or fitted for the production of good offspring |
| glean | to gather grain or other produce left by reapers |
| deliberate | to think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully |
| omniscient | having infinite awareness, understanding, and insight |
| penology | a branch of criminology dealing with prison management and the treatment of offenders |
| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |
| tantrum | a fit of bad temper |