GRE Word List
TRANSIENT
passing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory
The meaning of the word transient is passing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| revile | to subject to verbal abuse : vituperate |
| luminous | emitting or reflecting usually steady, suffused, or glowing light |
| indecisive | marked by or prone to indecision : irresolute |
| buttress | a projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building |
| stigma | a mark of shame or discredit : stain |
| grueling | trying or taxing to the point of exhaustion : punishing |
| vapid | lacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat |
| phoenix | a legendary bird which according to one account lived 500 years, burned itself to ashes on a pyre, and rose alive from the ashes to live another period |
| penitent | feeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant |
| screech | a high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror |