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 |
|---|---|
| gavel | rent or tribute in medieval England |
| recreant | crying for mercy : cowardly |
| canker | an erosive or spreading sore |
| alloy | the degree of mixture with base metals : fineness |
| anthem | a song or hymn of praise or gladness |
| hoary | gray or white with or as if with age |
| righteous | acting in accord with divine or moral law : free from guilt or sin |
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
| suspense | the state of being suspended : suspension |
| impassive | giving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless |