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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| embroil | to throw into disorder or confusion |
| advert | to turn the mind or attention |
| bereavement | the state or fact of being bereaved or deprived of something or someone |
| acidulous | somewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner |
| lackluster | lacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull |
| enmity | positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will |
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| genre | a category of artistic, musical, or literary composition characterized by a particular style, form, or content |
| improvise | to compose, recite, play, or sing extemporaneously |
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