GRE Word List

PHENOMENA

phenomenon

The meaning of the word phenomena is phenomenon.

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WordMeaning
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
nondescriptbelonging or appearing to belong to no particular class or kind : not easily described
garishclothed in vivid colors
meteoricof or relating to a meteor
illuminateto supply or brighten with light
sparseof few and scattered elements
prongfork
seasonalof, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season
markedhaving an identifying mark
traumaticpsychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems