GRE Word List

WISP

a small handful (as of hay or straw)

The meaning of the word wisp is a small handful (as of hay or straw).

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WordMeaning
accelerateto move faster : to gain speed
grandeurthe quality or state of being grand : magnificence
sageone (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom
psychicof or relating to the psyche : psychogenic
astutehaving or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever
genesisthe origin or coming into being of something
horticulturalthe science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants
climacticof, relating to, or constituting a climax
seedycontaining or full of seeds
clemencydisposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due