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
| Word | Meaning |
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| cascade | a steep usually small fall of water |
| unwieldy | not easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome |
| precipice | a very steep or overhanging place |
| dishearten | to cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale |
| latch | to lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms |
| expatriate | banish |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
| typhoon | a hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea |
| delineate | to describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail |
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