GRE Word List
DURATION
continuance in time
The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ramify | to split up into branches or constituent parts |
| gaudy | ostentatiously or tastelessly ornamented |
| rationalize | to bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as |
| desultory | marked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose |
| promontory | a high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water |
| luscious | having a delicious taste or smell : sweet |
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| velocity | quickness of motion : speed |
| impunity | exemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss |
| woeful | full of woe : grievous |