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 |
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| oath | a solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says |
| dishonor | lack or loss of honor or reputation |
| equilibrium | a state of intellectual or emotional balance : poise |
| microcosm | a little world |
| enmity | positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| trifle | something of little value, substance, or importance |
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| predispose | to dispose in advance |