GRE Word List

GENESIS

the origin or coming into being of something

The meaning of the word genesis is the origin or coming into being of something.

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WordMeaning
astralof, relating to, or coming from the stars
cascadea steep usually small fall of water
profoundhaving intellectual depth and insight
comityfriendly social atmosphere : social harmony
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
whima capricious or eccentric and often sudden idea or turn of the mind : fancy
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
appriseto give notice to : tell
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
exchequera department or office of state in medieval England charged with the collection and management of the royal revenue and judicial determination of all revenue causes