GRE Word List

DURATION

continuance in time

The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.

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WordMeaning
filthfoul or putrid matter
hardybold
orificean opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass
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ingratean ungrateful person
edifyto instruct and improve especially in moral and religious knowledge : uplift
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