GRE Word List

EPHEMERAL

lasting a very short time

The meaning of the word ephemeral is lasting a very short time.

Random words

WordMeaning
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
impeccablefree from fault or blame : flawless
counterpartone of two corresponding copies of a legal instrument : duplicate
pinchto squeeze between the finger and thumb or between the jaws of an instrument
muskyhaving an odor of or resembling musk
expositoryof, relating to, or containing exposition
rebusa representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound
friskto search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets
endearmenta word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment