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
negligencethe quality or state of being negligent
unfetterto free from fetters
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
coquettea woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men
metamorphosischange of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
ruddyhaving a healthy reddish color
dapperneat and trim in appearance
peccadilloa slight offense