GRE Word List

BIENNIAL

occurring every two years

The meaning of the word biennial is occurring every two years.

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WordMeaning
clariona medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones
zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
forda shallow part of a body of water that may be crossed by wading
deferencerespect and esteem due a superior or an elder
affidavita sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation
velocityquickness of motion : speed
recidivisma tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior
clefta space or opening made by or as if by splitting : fissure
phobiaan exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation
sensuousof or relating to the senses or sensible objects