GRE Word List

EFFLUVIUM

an invisible emanation

The meaning of the word effluvium is an invisible emanation.

Random words

WordMeaning
vanguardthe forefront of an action or movement
plumagethe feathers of a bird
blurtto utter abruptly and impulsively
randoma haphazard course
rebuffto reject or criticize sharply : snub
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
skinflinta person who would save, gain, or extort money by any means : miser
turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
surreptitiousdone, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine
consignto give over to another's care