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.

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WordMeaning
energizeto make energetic, vigorous, or active
disapprobationthe act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation
scintillaspark
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
travestya debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
magniloquentspeaking in or characterized by a high-flown often bombastic style or manner
notorietythe quality or state of being notorious
snivelto run at the nose
wearyexhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness
ripto tear or split apart or open