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 |
|---|---|
| jabber | to talk rapidly, indistinctly, or unintelligibly |
| reserve | to hold in reserve : keep back |
| diatribe | a bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing |
| chagrin | disquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure |
| bestial | of or relating to beasts |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| anomalous | inconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular |
| shackle | something (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms |
| glower | to look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger |
| heinous | hatefully or shockingly evil : abominable |