GRE Word List

ASTRONOMICAL

of or relating to astronomy

The meaning of the word astronomical is of or relating to astronomy.

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retinuea group of retainers or attendants
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
whelpany of the young of various carnivorous mammals and especially of the dog
tortuousmarked by repeated twists, bends, or turns : winding
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
fronda large leaf (especially of a palm or fern) usually with many divisions
largessliberal giving (as of money) to or as if to an inferior
corrodeto eat away by degrees as if by gnawing
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
sophistphilosopher