GRE Word List

DURATION

continuance in time

The meaning of the word duration is continuance in time.

Random words

WordMeaning
hummocka rounded knoll or hillock
loutto bow in respect
invalidateto make invalid
clouta piece of cloth or leather : rag
affrontto insult especially to the face by behavior or language
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
prodto thrust a pointed instrument into : prick
treatisea systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached
blithelacking due thought or consideration : casual