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 |
|---|---|
| mendacious | given to or characterized by deception or falsehood or divergence from absolute truth |
| distract | to draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time |
| throng | a multitude of assembled persons |
| psyche | a princess loved by Cupid |
| natty | trimly neat and tidy : smart |
| irate | roused to ire |
| dogged | marked by stubborn determination |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| approbation | commendation |
| militia | a part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency |