GRE Word List

SOMATIC

of, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm

The meaning of the word somatic is of, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm.

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WordMeaning
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised
dieto pass from physical life : expire
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
squabblea noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters
depravitya corrupt act or practice
cavaliermarked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain
unctionthe act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
nimblequick and light in motion : agile