GRE Word List

TENUOUS

having little substance or strength : flimsy

The meaning of the word tenuous is having little substance or strength : flimsy.

Random words

WordMeaning
cerebralof or relating to the brain or the intellect
surgeto rise and fall actively : toss
urbanenotably polite or polished in manner
vicaran ecclesiastical agent: such as
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
couriermessenger
tutelaryhaving the guardianship of a person or a thing
unwarrantedlacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified
insipidlacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull
maculatedmarked with spots : blotched