GRE Word List
GERM
a small mass of living substance capable of developing into an organism or one of its parts
The meaning of the word germ is a small mass of living substance capable of developing into an organism or one of its parts.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| persist | to go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning |
| pugilist | fighter |
| pensive | musingly or dreamily thoughtful |
| periphery | the perimeter of a circle or other closed curve |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| tender | marked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond |
| eulogy | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| symmetry | balanced proportions |
| plump | to drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily |
| innocuous | producing no injury : harmless |