GRE Word List

CENTRIFUGAL

proceeding or acting in a direction away from a center or axis

The meaning of the word centrifugal is proceeding or acting in a direction away from a center or axis.

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WordMeaning
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
tolla tax or fee paid for some liberty or privilege (as of passing over a highway or bridge)
militantengaged in warfare or combat : fighting
nominalof, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction
austerestern and cold in appearance or manner
agogfull of intense interest or excitement : eager
spendthrifta person who spends improvidently or wastefully
feintsomething feigned
exultto be extremely joyful : rejoice
intermediarymediator