GRE Word List
SCION
descendant
The meaning of the word scion is descendant.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dubious | unsettled in opinion : doubtful |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
| exiguous | excessively scanty : inadequate |
| infidel | one who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity |
| alcove | a small recessed section of a room : nook |
| equivocal | subject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse |
| perquisite | a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages |
| sect | a dissenting or schismatic religious body |
| obstinate | stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion |
| mentor | a friend of Odysseus entrusted with the education of Odysseus' son Telemachus |