GRE Word List

LIGNEOUS

of or resembling wood

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

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WordMeaning
nutritiousnourishing
enervatelacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated
riveta 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
vernalof, relating to, or occurring in the spring
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
exaltto raise in rank, power, or character
incantationa use of spells or verbal charms spoken or sung as a part of a ritual of magic
sageone (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom
sonorousproducing sound (as when struck)
friskto search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets