Words List

Genuine and not false or copied; truly real, especially in the case of antiques.

Pertaining to the science and application of biology.

Identical in all essential aspects or respects.

Wholly committed to something, such as an ideal, political cause, or personal goal.

Fine in texture, quality, or construction.

Serving to distinguish; characteristic; distinguishing.

Having different kinds, forms, or characters; not alike.

Showing keen or ardent desire, feeling, or impatience; eagerly longing for something.

Relating to basic elements, fundamental principles, or essential concepts.

Going beyond the usual, necessary, or proper limit or degree; characterized by excess.

Extremely beautiful or attractive; having splendid or magnificent appearance, coloring, etc.

Concealed; not easily seen or noticed; kept out of sight.

Not suitable or proper for a particular situation; not fitting or acceptable.

Full of significance, purpose, or value; having meaning or importance.

Being nothing more or better than; used to emphasize the lack of significance or importance, as in "a mere pittance" or "he is still a mere child."

Pertaining to or concerning a parent.

Happening or coming later in time; following in order or succession.

Pertaining to, associated with, or based on theory; not practical in nature (as opposed to being applied).

Apt or likely to vary or change; changeable.

Capable of being seen; able to be perceived by the eye.