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
scrutinizeto examine closely and minutely
lecterna stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker
mashto reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure
didacticdesigned or intended to teach
wadeto step in or through a medium (such as water) offering more resistance than air
satiatefilled to satiety
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
modicuma small portion : a limited quantity
routa state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat