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
heresyadherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma
tyrannyoppressive power
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
memoiran official note or report : memorandum
vestigea trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost
revoketo annul by recalling or taking back : rescind
audaciousintrepidly daring : adventurous
conglomerationthe act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated
consecratededicated to a sacred purpose
autonomoushaving the right or power of self-government