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

WordMeaning
aberrantdeviating from the usual or natural type : atypical
facultyability
rivuleta small stream
crotchetygiven to crotchets (see crotchet
facsimilean exact copy
surlymenacing or threatening in appearance
unintimidatingnot causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating
initiateto cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going
monotonytedious sameness
parryto ward off a weapon or blow