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 |
|---|---|
| wispy | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| desperate | having lost hope |
| venerable | calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |
| condone | to regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless |
| vaunted | highly or widely praised or boasted about |
| tatter | to make ragged |
| deploy | to extend (a military unit) especially in width |
| acidulous | somewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
