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
ravelto become unwoven, untwisted, or unwound : fray
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
lassitudea condition of weariness or debility : fatigue
paroxysma fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion
quenchput out
apothecaryone who prepares and sells drugs or compounds for medicinal purposes
hideto put out of sight : secrete
orificean opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass
vauntedhighly or widely praised or boasted about
recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection