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 |
|---|---|
| prone | having a tendency or inclination : being likely |
| grim | fierce in disposition or action : savage |
| entourage | one's attendants or associates |
| agog | full of intense interest or excitement : eager |
| facsimile | an exact copy |
| demean | to lower in character, status, or reputation |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| ascetic | practicing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline |
| unctuous | having, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality |
| singular | of or relating to a separate person or thing : individual |