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
hideousoffensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly
homespunspun or made at home
mandatoryrequired by a law or rule : obligatory
vilemorally despicable or abhorrent
inarticulateincapable of giving coherent, clear, or effective expression to one's ideas or feelings
conducivetending to promote or assist
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
abortiveprematurely born
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority