GRE Word List
PHILATELIST
stamp-collector; N. philately: stamp collecting
The meaning of the word philatelist is stamp-collector; N. philately: stamp collecting.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| mammal | vertebrate animal whose female suckles its young |
| brandish | wave around (a weapon); flourish |
| ultimate | final; not susceptible to further analysis; fundamental; Ex. The sun is the ultimate source of energy. |
| temporal | of time; not lasting forever; limited by time; temporary; secular; worldly |
| subsequent | following in time or order; later |
| effeminate | having womanly traits |
| carafe | glass water bottle; decanter |
| slick | make smooth or glossy; N: smooth surface; Ex. oil slick; ADJ: smooth; glossy; deftly executed; adroit; glib |
| noisome | foul smelling; very unpleasant; unwholesome |
| correlation | mutual relationship |
