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 |
|---|---|
| hapless | having no luck : unfortunate |
| impair | to diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| exhale | to rise or be given off as vapor |
| allegory | the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence |
| affront | to insult especially to the face by behavior or language |
| medley | a musical composition made up of a series of songs or short pieces |
| malicious | having or showing a desire to cause harm to someone : given to, marked by, or arising from malice |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| titter | to laugh in a nervous, affected, or partly suppressed manner : giggle |