GRE Word List
URSINE
of or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae)
The meaning of the word ursine is of or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perigee | the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth |
| virtuoso | one who excels in the technique of an art |
| consternation | amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| cohesion | the act or state of sticking together tightly |
| viscous | having a thick or sticky consistency : viscid |
| zany | very eccentric (see eccentric |
| inclement | lacking mildness: such as |
| pall | to lose strength or effectiveness |
| pulverize | to reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize |