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
concorda state of agreement : harmony
askancewith disapproval or distrust : scornfully
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant
untowarddifficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly
postulatedemand
decreean order usually having the force of law
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
adventitiouscoming from another source and not inherent or innate
venalcapable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation