GRE Word List

METAMORPHOSIS

change of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means

The meaning of the word metamorphosis is change of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means.

Random words

WordMeaning
vehementmarked by forceful energy : powerful
suffuseto spread over or through in the manner of fluid or light : flush
staidmarked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint : sober
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
hullthe outer covering of a fruit or seed
quixoticfoolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals
testatora person who dies leaving a will or testament in force
addlerotten
willfulobstinately and often perversely self-willed
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another