GRE Word List

STEM

the main trunk of a plant

The meaning of the word stem is the main trunk of a plant.

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WordMeaning
lachrymosegiven to tears or weeping : tearful
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice
confidencea feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances
vergebrink
witticisma cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark
terminalleading ultimately to death : fatal
elatedmarked by high spirits : exultant
aristocracygovernment by the best individuals or by a small privileged class
clamberto climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet