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 |
|---|---|
| clique | a narrow exclusive circle or group of persons |
| illusory | based on or producing illusion : deceptive |
| wrangle | to dispute angrily or peevishly : bicker |
| resourceful | able to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means |
| aristocracy | government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class |
| grill | to broil on a grill |
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| bromide | a binary compound of bromine with another element or a radical including some (such as potassium bromide) used as sedatives |
| chalice | a drinking cup : goblet |
| rare | seldom occurring or found : uncommon |