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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|---|---|
| opulence | wealth |
| plummet | to fall perpendicularly |
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| kinetic | of or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith |
| heed | to pay attention |
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| wanton | merciless |
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