GRE Word List
FOLIAGE
a representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation
The meaning of the word foliage is a representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| derivation | the formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix) |
| impassive | giving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless |
| ramshackle | appearing ready to collapse : rickety |
| linger | to be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry |
| physiognomy | the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance |
| spasmodic | relating to or affected or characterized by spasm |
| dissident | disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief |
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |
| finesse | refinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture |
| augment | to make greater, more numerous, larger, or more intense |