GRE Word List

DURATION

continuance in time

The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.

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WordMeaning
dyspepticindigestion
fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
upbraidto criticize severely : find fault with
cantankerousdifficult or irritating to deal with
billowingwave
raveto talk irrationally in or as if in delirium
fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
impeachto charge with a crime or misdemeanor
atypicalnot typical : irregular