GRE Word List
GENUS
a class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic
The meaning of the word genus is a class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| undulating | having a wavy surface, edge, or markings |
| diurnal | active chiefly in the daytime |
| tribute | something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved |
| alacrity | promptness in response : cheerful readiness |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| motley | variegated in color |
| dismiss | to permit or cause to leave |
| flora | a treatise on or list of the plants of an area or period |
| belabor | to attack verbally |
| cue | the letter q |