GRE Word List
GERMINAL
being in the earliest stage of development
The meaning of the word germinal is being in the earliest stage of development.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| annex | to attach as a quality, consequence, or condition |
| cognate | of the same or similar nature : generically alike |
| rebate | to reduce the force or activity of : diminish |
| proclivity | an inclination or predisposition toward something |
| pacify | to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe |
| swathe | a band used in swathing |
| purport | to have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred) |
| skittish | lively or frisky in action : capricious |
| finicky | extremely or excessively particular, exacting, or meticulous in taste or standards |
| adventitious | coming from another source and not inherent or innate |