GRE Word List

DURATION

continuance in time

The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.

Random words

WordMeaning
acousticsa science that deals with the production, control, transmission, reception, and effects of sound
affirmationthe act of affirming
renderto melt down
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
concertedmutually contrived or agreed on
arbitraryexisting or coming about seemingly at random or by chance or as a capricious and unreasonable act of will
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
benisonblessing
equivocateto use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive
craftskill in planning, making, or executing : dexterity