GRE Word List
OSSEOUS
bony
The meaning of the word osseous is bony.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vulture | any of various large birds (families Accipitridae and Cathartidae) that are related to the hawks, eagles, and falcons but have weaker claws and the head usually naked and that subsist chiefly or entirely on carrion |
| vogue | popular acceptation or favor : popularity |
| stump | the basal portion of a bodily part remaining after the rest is removed |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
| eugenic | relating to or fitted for the production of good offspring |
| clap | to strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise |
| historical | of, relating to, or having the character of history |
| list | a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects) |
| kleptomaniac | a person evidencing kleptomania |
| incredulity | the quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief |