GRE Word List
DURATION
continuance in time
The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hummock | a rounded knoll or hillock |
| lout | to bow in respect |
| invalidate | to make invalid |
| clout | a piece of cloth or leather : rag |
| affront | to insult especially to the face by behavior or language |
| dignitary | one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor |
| meter | systematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm |
| prod | to thrust a pointed instrument into : prick |
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| blithe | lacking due thought or consideration : casual |