GRE Word List
TOTEM
an object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry
The meaning of the word totem is an object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| gregarious | tending to associate with others of one's kind : social |
| genealogy | an account of the descent of a person, family, or group from an ancestor or from older forms |
| cataclysm | flood |
| reverend | worthy of reverence : revered |
| fundamental | serving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic |
| allure | to entice by charm or attraction |
| tender | marked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond |
| misgivings | a feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event |
| podium | a low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |