GRE Word List
CENTRIPETAL
proceeding or acting in a direction toward a center or axis
The meaning of the word centripetal is proceeding or acting in a direction toward a center or axis.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| deviate | to stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic |
| traverse | to go or travel across or over |
| scraps | fragments of discarded or leftover food |
| unfledged | not feathered : not ready for flight |
| rebuke | to criticize sharply : reprimand |
| obese | having excessive body fat |
| gullible | easily duped or cheated |
| propulsive | tending or having power to propel |
| refractory | resisting control or authority : stubborn |
| hazardous | involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm) |