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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WordMeaning
bullya blustering, browbeating person
chasethe hunting of wild animals
artlesslacking art, knowledge, or skill : uncultured
immureto enclose within or as if within walls
imperativenot to be avoided or evaded : necessary
quenchput out
prowessdistinguished bravery
punctiliousmarked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions
devoutcommitted or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises
industriousconstantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent