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 |
|---|---|
| impertinent | given to or characterized by insolent rudeness |
| descry | to catch sight of |
| anoint | to smear or rub with oil or an oily substance |
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| inequity | injustice |
| atypical | not typical : irregular |
| patriarch | one of the scriptural fathers of the human race or of the Hebrew people |
| malefactor | one who commits an offense against the law |
| impede | to interfere with or slow the progress of |
| outspoken | direct and open in speech or expression : frank |