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 |
|---|---|
| impenitent | not penitent |
| determination | a judicial decision settling and ending a controversy |
| percussion | the act of percussing: such as |
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| exacting | tryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands |
| consistency | agreement or harmony of parts or features to one another or a whole : correspondence |
| hovel | an open shed or shelter |
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
| ensue | to strive to attain : pursue |
| limn | to draw or paint on a surface |