GRE Word List
CELERITY
rapidity of motion or action
The meaning of the word celerity is rapidity of motion or action.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
| forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |
| scrappy | consisting of scraps |
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
| luster | a glow of reflected light : sheen |
| alias | otherwise called : otherwise known as |
| halfhearted | lacking heart, spirit, or interest |
| defeatist | an attitude of accepting, expecting, or being resigned to defeat |
| frugality | the quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift |
| expiate | to make amends for |