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 |
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inroad | an advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something |
pandemic | occurring over a wide geographic area (such as multiple countries or continents) and typically affecting a significant proportion of the population |
succumb | to yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire |
catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
vanguard | the forefront of an action or movement |
conclave | a private meeting or secret assembly |
decrepit | wasted and weakened by or as if by the infirmities of old age |
natal | native |
pummel | pound |
maculated | marked with spots : blotched |