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
interpolateto alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter
oozea soft deposit (as of mud, slime, or shells) on the bottom of a body of water
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community
levityexcessive or unseemly frivolity
titillateto excite pleasurably : arouse by stimulation
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
flirtto move erratically : flit
diabolicalof, relating to, or characteristic of the devil : devilish
blatantnoisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain