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 |
|---|---|
| malaise | an indefinite feeling of debility or lack of health often indicative of or accompanying the onset of an illness |
| eloquence | discourse marked by force and persuasiveness |
| dolorous | causing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief |
| assumption | a taking to or upon oneself |
| pittance | a small portion, amount, or allowance |
| clasp | a device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together |
| jurisdiction | the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law |
| impale | to pierce with or as if with something pointed |
| supercilious | coolly and patronizingly haughty |
| covetous | marked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions |