GRE Word List
HUMUS
a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic
The meaning of the word humus is a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| elaboration | planned or carried out with great care |
| condign | deserved |
| niggle | trifle |
| chortle | to sing or chant exultantly |
| devoid | being without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment |
| indigenous | produced, growing, living, or occurring natively or naturally in a particular region or environment |
| paradox | one (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases |
| analgesic | an agent producing diminished sensation to pain without loss of consciousness : a drug that is used to relieve pain and produce analgesia |
| cajole | to persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax |
| occult | to shut off from view or exposure : cover |