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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WordMeaning
demoticof, relating to, or written in a simplified form of the ancient Egyptian hieratic writing
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wreakbring about
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rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
kindleto start (a fire) burning : light
blushoutward appearance : view
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant
feralof, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast