GRE Word List
EARTHY
of, relating to, or consisting of earth
The meaning of the word earthy is of, relating to, or consisting of earth.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| antecedents | a substantive word, phrase, or clause whose denotation is referred to by a pronoun that typically follows the substantive (such as John in "Mary saw John and called to him") |
| euphemism | the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant |
| transient | passing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory |
| comely | pleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion |
| incorporeal | not corporeal : having no material body or form |
| anoint | to smear or rub with oil or an oily substance |
| luminous | emitting or reflecting usually steady, suffused, or glowing light |
| bigot | a person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices |
| deference | respect and esteem due a superior or an elder |
| equinox | either of the two points on the celestial sphere where the celestial equator intersects the ecliptic |