GRE Word List
LIGNEOUS
of or resembling wood
The meaning of the word ligneous is of or resembling wood.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nutritious | nourishing |
| enervate | lacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated |
| rivet | a headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head |
| vernal | of, relating to, or occurring in the spring |
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |
| exalt | to raise in rank, power, or character |
| incantation | a use of spells or verbal charms spoken or sung as a part of a ritual of magic |
| sage | one (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom |
| sonorous | producing sound (as when struck) |
| frisk | to search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets |