GRE Word List

DURATION

continuance in time

The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.

Random words

WordMeaning
concordatcompact
bowdlerizeto expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar
nauseouscausing nausea or disgust : nauseating
gossamera film of cobwebs floating in air in calm clear weather
bloatedoverfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc.
indictto charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law
wallowto roll oneself about in a lazy, relaxed, or ungainly manner
upbraidto criticize severely : find fault with
banka mound, pile, or ridge raised above the surrounding level: such as
fanciedimagined or believed to be true or real