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 |
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paradigm | example |
putrid | being in a state of putrefaction : rotten |
unscathed | wholly unharmed : not injured |
steadfast | firmly fixed in place : immovable |
defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
progeny | descendants |
pacifist | an adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes |
delve | excavate |
peregrination | to travel especially on foot : walk |
faculty | ability |