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 |
|---|---|
| dyspeptic | indigestion |
| pittance | a small portion, amount, or allowance |
| enterprising | marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act |
| inherent | involved in the constitution or essential character of something : belonging by nature or habit : intrinsic |
| dally | to act playfully |
| resourceful | able to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means |
| languish | to be or become feeble, weak, or enervated |
| retrieve | to locate and bring in (killed or wounded game) |
| opportunist | one that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism |
| decollete | wearing a strapless or low-necked dress |