GRE Word List

CELERITY

rapidity of motion or action

The meaning of the word celerity is rapidity of motion or action.

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WordMeaning
grudgingunwilling
emolumentthe returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites
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complementsomething that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect
ductilecapable of being drawn out (see draw
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catastrophea momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin
grimfierce in disposition or action : savage