GRE Word List
ECLIPSE
the total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another
The meaning of the word eclipse is the total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| jab | to pierce or prod (someone or something) with or as if with a pointed object |
| brindled | having obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground |
| conducive | tending to promote or assist |
| disingenuous | lacking in candor |
| conceit | favorable opinion |
| spin | to draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread |
| avenge | to take vengeance for or on behalf of |
| mete | to give out by measure : dole out |
| contortions | to twist in a violent manner |
| exhilarating | causing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling |