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
perigeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth
rhapsodizeto speak or write in a rhapsodic manner
equivocateto use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive
dramaa composition (see composition
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
vindictivedisposed to seek revenge : vengeful
deliriuman acute (see acute
blandsmooth and soothing in manner or quality
deb\^aclesudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster
miragean optical (see optical