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 |
|---|---|
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| heresy | adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma |
| executive | of or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs |
| sublime | to cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form |
| repast | something taken as food : meal |
| procurement | the act or process of procuring |
| supersede | to cause to be set aside |
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| insubordination | disobedient to authority |
| dull | tedious |