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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| fleet | a number of warships under a single command |
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| cubicle | a sleeping compartment partitioned off from a large room |
| arid | excessively dry |
| immolate | to kill or destroy especially by fire |
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| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| mincing | affectedly dainty or delicate |
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