GRE Word List
PREHENSILE
adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around
The meaning of the word prehensile is adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| exacting | tryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands |
| industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |
| ingenue | a naive girl or young woman |
| advocate | one who defends or maintains a cause or proposal |
| orgy | secret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing |
| synchronous | happening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| phylum | a direct line of descent within a group |
| remonstrate | to present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate |
| anarchy | absence of government |