GRE Word List

VIRULENT

marked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course

The meaning of the word virulent is marked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course.

Random words

WordMeaning
wizenedto become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled often as a result of aging or of failing vitality
mashto reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
flutedhaving or marked by grooves
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently
prostratestretched out with face on the ground in adoration or submission
responsivenessgiving response : constituting a response : answering
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index