GRE Word List

PUTRESCENT

undergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid

The meaning of the word putrescent is undergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid.

Random words

WordMeaning
indisputablenot disputable : unquestionable
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
peccadilloa slight offense
nugatoryof little or no consequence : trifling
academicof, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
deignto condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop