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
asymmetrichaving two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical
promontorya high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water
warymarked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger
tribunea Roman official under the monarchy and the republic with the function of protecting the plebeian citizen from arbitrary action by the patrician magistrates
falterto walk unsteadily : stumble
leerysuspicious
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief
anonymitythe quality or state of being anonymous
sounda particular auditory impression : tone