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 |
|---|---|
| brindled | having obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground |
| retiring | reserved |
| rustic | of, relating to, or suitable for the country : rural |
| groom | bridegroom |
| prodigal | characterized by profuse or wasteful expenditure : lavish |
| trifle | something of little value, substance, or importance |
| dirge | a song or hymn of grief or lamentation |
| penumbra | a space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light |
| gossamer | a film of cobwebs floating in air in calm clear weather |
| hurtle | to move rapidly or forcefully |