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 |
|---|---|
| extol | to praise highly : glorify |
| leeway | an allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| dint | force |
| limpid | marked by transparency (see transparent |
| thrall | a state of servitude or submission |
| pliable | supple enough to bend freely or repeatedly without breaking |
| catastrophe | a momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin |
| headstrong | not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions |
| trenchant | keen |