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 |
|---|---|
| teetotalism | the principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks |
| palate | the roof of the mouth separating the mouth from the nasal cavity see hard palate |
| wily | full of wiles : crafty |
| behoove | to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for |
| innuendo | an oblique allusion : hint |
| disingenuous | lacking in candor |
| consign | to give over to another's care |
| dull | tedious |
| decorous | marked by propriety and good taste : correct |
| recurrent | running or turning back in a direction opposite to a former course |