GRE Word List

VERNAL

of, relating to, or occurring in the spring

The meaning of the word vernal is of, relating to, or occurring in the spring.

Random words

WordMeaning
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
preternaturalexisting outside of nature
thriftygiven to or marked by economy and good management
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
dawdleto spend time idly
pitfalltrap
shuntto turn off to one side : shift
expletivea syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense
legislaturea body of persons having the power to legislate
smatteringsuperficial piecemeal knowledge