GRE Word List

DURATION

continuance in time

The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.

Random words

WordMeaning
unrulynot readily ruled, disciplined, or managed
kindleto start (a fire) burning : light
hypocriticalcharacterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy
mulctfine
inextricableforming a maze or tangle from which it is impossible to get free
morticianundertaker
comaa state of profound unconsciousness caused by disease, injury, or poison
congealto change from a fluid to a solid state by or as if by cold
vibrantpulsating with life, vigor, or activity
prevaricateto deviate from the truth : equivocate