GRE Word List

ACCLIVITY

an ascending slope (as of a hill)

The meaning of the word acclivity is an ascending slope (as of a hill).

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WordMeaning
delineateto describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
prostratestretched out with face on the ground in adoration or submission
egressa place or means of going out : exit
dismissto permit or cause to leave
glossyhaving a surface luster or brightness
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal
staccatocut short or apart in performing : disconnected
satiatefilled to satiety
groucha fit of bad temper