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 |
|---|---|
| slither | to slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface |
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |
| deft | characterized by facility and skill |
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| flowery | of, relating to, or resembling flowers |
| nurture | training |
| vortex | something that resembles a whirlpool |
| concerted | mutually contrived or agreed on |
| agility | the quality or state of being agile : nimbleness |
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |