GRE Word List
STEM
the main trunk of a plant
The meaning of the word stem is the main trunk of a plant.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| repercussion | reflection |
| paleontology | a science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains |
| epithet | a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing |
| foppish | foolish |
| canker | an erosive or spreading sore |
| frieze | a heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface |
| contumacious | stubbornly disobedient : rebellious |
| importunate | troublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand |
| ineffectual | not producing the proper or intended effect : futile |
| skeptic | an adherent or advocate of skepticism |