GRE Word List
PALM
any of a family (Palmae synonym Arecaceae) of mostly tropical or subtropical monocotyledonous trees, shrubs, or vines with usually a simple stem and a terminal crown of large pinnate or fan-shaped leaves
The meaning of the word palm is any of a family (Palmae synonym Arecaceae) of mostly tropical or subtropical monocotyledonous trees, shrubs, or vines with usually a simple stem and a terminal crown of large pinnate or fan-shaped leaves.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
| expletive | a syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense |
| enthrall | to hold spellbound : charm |
| blithe | lacking due thought or consideration : casual |
| toss | to throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk |
| ample | generous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity |
| sheer | unqualified |
| eclectic | composed of elements drawn from various sources |
| soporific | causing or tending to cause sleep |
| indite | make up |