GRE Word List

PLUMAGE

the feathers of a bird

The meaning of the word plumage is the feathers of a bird.

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WordMeaning
pronouncedstrongly marked : decided
remoteseparated by an interval or space greater than usual
evanescenttending to vanish like vapor
boorpeasant
arch-a typically curved structural member spanning an opening and serving as a support (as for the wall or other weight above the opening)
feignto give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression
malapropismthe usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase
farcestuff
decorumliterary and dramatic propriety : fitness
maverickan unbranded range animal