GRE Word List
PHYLUM
a direct line of descent within a group
The meaning of the word phylum is a direct line of descent within a group.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| flourish | to grow luxuriantly : thrive |
| homogeneous | of the same or a similar kind or nature |
| machiavellian | of or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism |
| languor | weakness or weariness of body or mind |
| irrelevant | not relevant : inapplicable |
| slither | to slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface |
| lap | a loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment |
| rustle | to make or cause a rustle |
| pharisaical | marked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness |
| serenity | the quality or state of being serene |