GRE Word List

FLORESCENCE

a state or period of flourishing

The meaning of the word florescence is a state or period of flourishing.

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WordMeaning
serpentineof or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement)
provenanceorigin
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
immolateto kill or destroy especially by fire
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
apothegma short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
peccadilloa slight offense
queruloushabitually complaining
ominousbeing or exhibiting an omen : portentous