GRE Word List

EFFLUVIUM

an invisible emanation

The meaning of the word effluvium is an invisible emanation.

Random words

WordMeaning
orificean opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass
husbanda male partner in a marriage
dwindleto become steadily less : shrink
effluviuman invisible emanation
disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn
mementosomething that serves to warn or remind
brevityshortness of duration
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
reimburseto pay back to someone : repay
axioma statement accepted as true as the basis for argument or inference : postulate