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
granulateto form or crystallize into grains or granules
emanateto come out from a source
jaundiceyellowish pigmentation of the skin, tissues, and body fluids caused by the deposition of bile pigments
vegetateto lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind
intimidateto make timid or fearful : frighten
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
discounta reduction made from the gross (see gross
carefreefree from care: such as
doggedmarked by stubborn determination
maniacalaffected with or suggestive of madness