GRE Word List

DURATION

continuance in time

The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.

Random words

WordMeaning
cadeta younger brother or son
interregnumthe time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes
gustatoryrelating to or associated with eating or the sense of taste
redolentexuding fragrance : aromatic
handsomehaving a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating
derelictionan intentional abandonment
sublimeto cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form
bevya large group or collection