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.

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WordMeaning
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
dauntlessincapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless
virtueconformity to a standard of right : morality
cadeta younger brother or son
carnalrelating to or given to crude bodily pleasures and appetites
perigeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth
treatisea systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
nonplusa state of bafflement or perplexity : quandary
rifeprevalent especially to an increasing degree