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 |
|---|---|
| cherubic | an order of angels see celestial hierarchy |
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| retrospective | of, relating to, or given to retrospection |
| manumit | to release from slavery |
| dissent | to withhold assent or approval |
| subservient | useful in an inferior capacity : subordinate |
| taciturn | temperamentally disinclined to talk |
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| revelry | noisy partying or merrymaking |
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