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

WordMeaning
niggletrifle
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
bidto offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance
indulgeto yield to the desire of : humor
pulchritudephysical comeliness
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
onslaughtan especially fierce attack
sublimatesublime
libertinea freethinker especially in religious matters