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
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
hurtleto move rapidly or forcefully
malodoroushaving a bad odor
regimena systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
odysseya long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune
advocateone who defends or maintains a cause or proposal
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage