GRE Word List
EPHEMERAL
lasting a very short time
The meaning of the word ephemeral is lasting a very short time.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
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| biting | having the power to bite |
| inebriated | exhilarated or confused by or as if by alcohol : intoxicated |
| vex | to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to |
| vacuous | emptied of or lacking content |
| career | a profession for which one trains and which is undertaken as a permanent calling |
| loll | to hang loosely or laxly : droop |
| pauper | a person destitute of means except such as are derived from charity |
| insouciant | lighthearted unconcern : nonchalance |