GRE Word List

EVANESCENT

tending to vanish like vapor

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

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WordMeaning
objectiveexpressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations
vitriolicbitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism
ramparta protective barrier : bulwark
exuberancethe quality or state of being exuberant
ragamuffina ragged often disreputable person
judiciarya system of courts of law
quislingtraitor
relinquishto withdraw or retreat from : leave behind
breachinfraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard
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