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

WordMeaning
sticklerone who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
writheto twist into coils or folds
forda shallow part of a body of water that may be crossed by wading
conciliatoryintended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate
countenancelook
burnishto make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
scorchto burn a surface of so as to change its color and texture
volleythe flight of the ball (as in volleyball or tennis) or its course before striking the ground
deifyto make a god of