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 |
|---|---|
| demur | to take exception : object |
| distinct | distinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete |
| precipice | a very steep or overhanging place |
| untoward | difficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly |
| belie | to give a false impression of |
| scrap | fragments of discarded or leftover food |
| frugality | the quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift |
| susceptible | capable of submitting to an action, process, or operation |
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| rhapsody | a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation |