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
exaltto raise in rank, power, or character
abnegationdenial
transitoryof brief duration : temporary
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
decorousmarked by propriety and good taste : correct
finishto come to an end : terminate
certitudethe state of being or feeling certain
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
sonicutilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic