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 |
|---|---|
| avow | to declare assuredly |
| idiosyncrasy | a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality |
| seine | a large net with sinkers on one edge and floats on the other that hangs vertically in the water and is used to enclose and catch fish when its ends are pulled together or are drawn ashore |
| sarcasm | a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain |
| irony | the use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning |
| artisan | a worker who practices a trade or handicraft : craftsperson |
| incandescent | white, glowing, or luminous with intense heat |
| oaf | a stupid person : boob |
| vegetate | to lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind |
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |