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 |
|---|---|
| fabricate | invent |
| exposure | the fact or condition of being exposed: such as |
| troth | loyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity |
| shaving | the act of one that shaves |
| euphemism | the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant |
| waffle | a crisp cake of batter baked in a waffle iron |
| genteel | having an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish |
| quirk | an abrupt twist or curve |
| illusive | based on or producing illusion : illusory |
| rooster | an adult male domestic chicken |