GRE Word List

DURATION

continuance in time

The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.

Random words

WordMeaning
rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
promontorya high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water
rejoinderthe defendant's answer to the plaintiff's replication
horticulturalthe science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants
beneficentdoing or producing good
bombardmenta late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
appropriateespecially suitable or compatible : fitting
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally