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
browbeatto intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully
remoteseparated by an interval or space greater than usual
predicamentthe character, status, or classification assigned by a predication
outskirtsa part remote from the center : border
rebusa representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound
meagerhaving little flesh : thin
illicitnot permitted : unlawful
knitto form by interlacing yarn or thread in a series of connected loops with needles
counterpartone of two corresponding copies of a legal instrument : duplicate
harrowingacutely distressing or painful