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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cognate | of the same or similar nature : generically alike |
| tutelary | having the guardianship of a person or a thing |
| malefactor | one who commits an offense against the law |
| coalition | the act of coalescing : union |
| therapeutic | of or relating to the treatment of disease or disorders by remedial agents or methods : curative |
| studious | assiduous in the pursuit of learning |
| shambles | a meat market |
| verity | the quality or state of being true or real |
| reminiscent | of the character of or relating to reminiscence |
| repine | to feel or express dejection or discontent : complain |