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

WordMeaning
abstinencethe practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution
nicetythe quality or state of being nice
jocundmarked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness
whinnyto neigh especially in a low or gentle way
impudencethe quality or state of being impudent
paradoxone (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose
circuitoushaving a circular or winding course
abdicateto renounce a throne, high office, dignity, or function