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
pass_offpresent falsely; represent falsely to be
rancorbitter deep-seated ill will
delusivelikely to delude
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose
gruffrough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect
impugnto assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
significanthaving meaning
gallowsa frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged
uxoriousexcessively fond of or submissive to a wife
handsomehaving a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance