GRE Word List

LIGNEOUS

of or resembling wood

The meaning of the word ligneous is of or resembling wood.

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foregoto go before : precede
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
asceticpracticing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
melancholydepression of spirits : dejection
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
sticklerone who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something
nimblequick and light in motion : agile
hardybold
regimenta military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions