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 |
|---|---|
| condescend | to assume an air of superiority |
| gratuitous | not called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted |
| controvert | to dispute or oppose by reasoning |
| discourse | verbal interchange of ideas |
| recumbent | suggestive of repose : leaning |
| pendant | something suspended: such as |
| tutelary | having the guardianship of a person or a thing |
| render | to melt down |
| fastidious | showing or demanding excessive delicacy or care |
| endorse | to write on the back of |