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
plaitpleat
provisoan article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition
appraiseto set a value on : to estimate the amount of
wanderluststrong longing for or impulse toward wandering
looma frame or machine for interlacing (see interlace
decolletewearing a strapless or low-necked dress
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned
puerilejuvenile
humidcontaining or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive
expurgateto cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous