GRE Word List

DURATION

continuance in time

The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.

Random words

WordMeaning
esteemthe regard in which one is held
whitthe smallest part or particle imaginable : bit
astigmatisma defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image
marrowbone marrow
whimsywhim
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism
sagaa prose narrative recorded in Iceland in the 12th and 13th centuries of historic or legendary figures and events of the heroic age of Norway and Iceland
machiavellianof or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism
coiffurea style or manner of arranging the hair
vagabonda person who wanders from place to place without a fixed home : one leading a vagabond life