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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| variegated | having discrete markings of different colors |
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| alms | something (such as money or food) given freely to relieve the poor |
| odious | arousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful |
| quack | to make the characteristic cry of a duck |
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| bait | to persecute or exasperate with unjust, malicious, or persistent attacks |
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