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.

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WordMeaning
derivationthe formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix)
impassivegiving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless
ramshackleappearing ready to collapse : rickety
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
physiognomythe art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
spasmodicrelating to or affected or characterized by spasm
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief
proverba brief popular epigram or maxim : adage
finesserefinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture
augmentto make greater, more numerous, larger, or more intense