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 |
|---|---|
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| brunt | the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack) |
| abolish | to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul |
| crevice | a narrow opening resulting from a split or crack (as in a cliff) : fissure |
| matriculate | to enroll as a member of a body and especially of a college or university |
| wan | suggestive of poor health : sickly |
| enterprising | marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act |
| taut | having no give or slack : tightly drawn |
| libertine | a freethinker especially in religious matters |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |