GRE Word List

ASTEROID

any of the small rocky celestial bodies found especially between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter

The meaning of the word asteroid is any of the small rocky celestial bodies found especially between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.

Random words

WordMeaning
dismemberto cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of
pulsateto throb or move rhythmically : vibrate
ligneousof or resembling wood
buffeta blow especially with the hand
reproachan expression of rebuke or disapproval
credentialwarranting credit or confidence
afflictiona cause of persistent pain or distress
somnolentof a kind likely to induce sleep
flicka light sharp jerky stroke or movement
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it