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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throbto pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
apparitionan unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon
inebriateone who is drunk
bacchanaliaa Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment
vexto bring trouble, distress, or agitation to
nicetythe quality or state of being nice
basethe bottom of something considered as its support : foundation
visionaryhaving or marked by foresight and imagination