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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| brooch | an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck |
| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| misdemeanor | a crime less serious than a felony (see felony |
| interdict | a Roman Catholic ecclesiastical censure withdrawing most sacraments and Christian burial from a person or district |
| retribution | recompense |
| viscid | having an adhesive quality : sticky |
| archives | a place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved |
| troth | loyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity |
| tribute | something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved |
| indict | to charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law |