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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|---|---|
| fervent | very hot : glowing |
| stringent | tight |
| peddle | to travel about with wares for sale |
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| effective | producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect |
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| indecisive | marked by or prone to indecision : irresolute |
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