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 |
|---|---|
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| remote | separated by an interval or space greater than usual |
| predicament | the character, status, or classification assigned by a predication |
| outskirts | a part remote from the center : border |
| rebus | a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound |
| meager | having little flesh : thin |
| illicit | not permitted : unlawful |
| knit | to form by interlacing yarn or thread in a series of connected loops with needles |
| counterpart | one of two corresponding copies of a legal instrument : duplicate |
| harrowing | acutely distressing or painful |