GRE Word List

DURATION

continuance in time

The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.

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WordMeaning
museto become absorbed in thought
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
diluteattenuate
exposurethe fact or condition of being exposed: such as
inherentinvolved in the constitution or essential character of something : belonging by nature or habit : intrinsic
oustto remove from or dispossess of property or position by legal action, by force, or by the compulsion of necessity
jocosegiven to joking : merry
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
coevalof the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration
transitoryof brief duration : temporary