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
maniacalaffected with or suggestive of madness
arrearsthe state of being behind in the discharge of obligations
dazeto stupefy especially by a blow : stun
imperceptiblenot perceptible by a sense or by the mind : extremely slight, gradual, or subtle
hindmostfarthest to the rear : last
filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
devoutcommitted or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises
calamitya disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress and suffering
estimablecapable of being estimated