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.

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WordMeaning
intractablenot easily governed, managed, or directed
irasciblemarked by hot temper and easily provoked anger
regalof, relating to, or suitable for a king
undulatinghaving a wavy surface, edge, or markings
punditpandit
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
acridsharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
vividvery strong : very high in chroma
mosaica surface decoration made by inlaying small pieces of variously colored material to form pictures or patterns