GRE Word List

EVANESCENT

tending to vanish like vapor

The meaning of the word evanescent is tending to vanish like vapor.

Random words

WordMeaning
centrifugalproceeding or acting in a direction away from a center or axis
outskirtsa part remote from the center : border
gargoylea spout in the form of a grotesque human or animal figure projecting from a roof gutter to throw rainwater clear of a building
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
transcendentaltranscendent
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground
diversionthe act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation
hortatoryhortative
revelrynoisy partying or merrymaking
hatcha small door or opening (as in an airplane or spaceship)