GRE Word List
BIENNIAL
occurring every two years
The meaning of the word biennial is occurring every two years.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| instigate | to goad or urge forward : provoke |
| astronomical | of or relating to astronomy |
| acme | the highest point or stage |
| uninhibited | free from inhibition |
| refraction | deflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different |
| deputize | to appoint as deputy |
| purchase | to obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| concave | hollowed or rounded inward like the inside of a bowl |
| husband | a male partner in a marriage |