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 |
|---|---|
| abstinence | the practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable |
| portly | dignified |
| apolitical | having no interest or involvement in political affairs |
| speck | a small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay |
| crevice | a narrow opening resulting from a split or crack (as in a cliff) : fissure |
| fruitful | yielding or producing fruit |
| jeopardize | to expose to danger or risk : imperil |
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