GRE Word List
PLUMAGE
the feathers of a bird
The meaning of the word plumage is the feathers of a bird.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| timorous | of a timid disposition : fearful |
| ethos | the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution |
| bemused | marked by confusion or bewilderment : dazed |
| revelry | noisy partying or merrymaking |
| amicable | characterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable |
| effeminate | having feminine qualities untypical of a man : not manly in appearance or manner |
| descry | to catch sight of |
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| draught | a rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task |
| fecundity | fruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific |