GRE Word List

CONVEX

curved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle

The meaning of the word convex is curved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle.

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WordMeaning
ambiencea feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
galleya ship or boat propelled solely or chiefly by oars: such as
anathemasomeone or something intensely disliked or loathed
engagingtending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
preyan animal taken by a predator as food
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index