GRE Word List
EPHEMERAL
lasting a very short time
The meaning of the word ephemeral is lasting a very short time.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| queer | differing in some way from what is usual or normal : odd |
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| memorialize | to address or petition by a memorial |
| outmoded | not being in style |
| retrench | cut down |
| ramp | a sloping way or plane: such as |
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| detain | to hold or keep in or as if in custody |
| withhold | to hold back from action : check |