GRE Word List
FERVID
very hot : burning
The meaning of the word fervid is very hot : burning.
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| virus | any of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants |
| heinous | hatefully or shockingly evil : abominable |
| sherbet | a cold drink of sweetened and diluted fruit juice |
| grouch | a fit of bad temper |
| viand | an item of food |
| quicksilver | mercury |
| obviate | to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary |
| dictum | a noteworthy statement: such as |
| realm | kingdom |
| affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |