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 |
|---|---|
| hindrance | the state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered |
| pestle | a usually club-shaped implement for pounding or grinding substances in a mortar see mortar illustration |
| nurture | training |
| unguent | a soothing or healing salve : ointment |
| nirvana | the final beatitude (see beatitude |
| amicable | characterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable |
| potpourri | a mixture of flowers, herbs, and spices that is usually kept in a jar and used for scent |
| passe | past one's prime |
| madrigal | a medieval short lyrical poem in a strict poetic form |
| throb | to pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity |