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 |
|---|---|
| verbatim | in the exact words : word for word |
| bitter | being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale |
| bombast | pretentious inflated speech or writing |
| executive | of or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs |
| supple | compliant often to the point of obsequiousness |
| pendulous | poised without visible support |
| eugenic | relating to or fitted for the production of good offspring |
| prototype | an original model on which something is patterned : archetype |
| address | to mark directions for delivery on |
| sleek | slick |