GRE Word List
PHENOMENA
phenomenon
The meaning of the word phenomena is phenomenon.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wrongheaded | stubborn in adherence to wrong opinion or principles |
| persist | to go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning |
| rank | relative standing or position |
| vie | to strive for superiority : contend |
| diffidence | the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident |
| laud | praise |
| confiscate | appropriated by the government : forfeited |
| voluptuous | suggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form |
| pillory | a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |