GRE Word List

PHENOMENA

phenomenon

The meaning of the word phenomena is phenomenon.

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fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
sleeperone that sleeps
flaira skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent
proclivityan inclination or predisposition toward something
mustera representative specimen (see specimen
intermittentcoming and going at intervals : not continuous
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
bivouaca usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority
oscillateto swing backward and forward like a pendulum