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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WordMeaning
ultimatuma final proposition, condition, or demand
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence
supplicantone who supplicates
pseudonyma fictitious name
stipenda fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses
piqueto excite or arouse especially by a provocation, challenge, or rebuff
prodigiouscausing amazement or wonder
salutaryproducing a beneficial effect : remedial
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time