GRE Word List
APOGEE
the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth
The meaning of the word apogee is the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| upbraid | to criticize severely : find fault with |
| deleterious | harmful often in a subtle or unexpected way |
| impenitent | not penitent |
| fledgling | a young bird just fledged (see fledge |
| gerontocracy | rule by elders |
| inclined | having inclination, disposition, or tendency |
| munificent | very liberal in giving or bestowing (see bestow |
| petty | having secondary rank or importance : minor |
| protean | of or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms |
| defunct | no longer living, existing, or functioning |