GRE Word List
PLUME
a feather of a bird: such as
The meaning of the word plume is a feather of a bird: such as.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| metaphor | a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money) |
| expeditious | marked by or acting with prompt efficiency |
| marshal | a high official in the household of a medieval king, prince, or noble originally having charge of the cavalry but later usually in command of the military forces |
| inevitable | incapable of being avoided or evaded |
| fidelity | the quality or state of being faithful |
| apoplexy | stroke |
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| amicable | characterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable |
| renovate | to restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding) |
| buttress | a projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building |