GRE Word List

TYPHOON

a hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea

The meaning of the word typhoon is a hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea.

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WordMeaning
toutto make much of : promote
abbreviateto make briefer
appellationan identifying name or title : designation
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
underlyinglying beneath or below
distendextend
vapidlacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat
pseudonyma fictitious name
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
impalpableincapable of being felt by touch : intangible