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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indignation | anger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean |
| caliber | degree of mental capacity or moral quality |
| extort | to obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring |
| pedagogy | the art, science, or profession of teaching |
| perpetuate | to make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely |
| cadet | a younger brother or son |
| iridescent | having or exhibiting iridescence |
| astute | having or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever |
| suffragist | one who advocates extension of suffrage especially to women |
| rational | having reason or understanding |