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 |
|---|---|
| versatile | embracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills |
| sinecure | an office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income |
| onslaught | an especially fierce attack |
| guileless | innocent |
| iconoclastic | a person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions |
| preposterous | contrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd |
| sumptuous | extremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent |
| cogent | appealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing |
| larder | a place where food is stored : pantry |
| cursive | running |