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
motilitythe quality or state of being motile : capability of movement
enfranchiseto set free (as from slavery)
astringentcausing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic
empiricaloriginating in or based on observation or experience
inductto put in formal possession (as of a benefice or office) : install
insubstantialnot substantial: such as
quadrupedan animal having four feet
resignationan act or instance of resigning something : surrender
chauvinistan attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex
divineof, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god