GRE Word List
LIGNEOUS
of or resembling wood
The meaning of the word ligneous is of or resembling wood.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abstinence | the practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable |
| acclaim | applaud |
| knell | a stroke or sound of a bell especially when rung slowly (as for a death, funeral, or disaster) |
| frivolous | of little weight or importance |
| acuity | keenness of perception |
| adage | a saying often in metaphorical form that typically embodies a common observation |
| swipe | a strong sweeping blow |
| smart | having or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent |
| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
| vicissitude | the quality or state of being changeable : mutability |