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 |
|---|---|
| title | the distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production |
| dauntless | incapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless |
| virtue | conformity to a standard of right : morality |
| cadet | a younger brother or son |
| carnal | relating to or given to crude bodily pleasures and appetites |
| perigee | the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth |
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| bountiful | liberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors |
| nonplus | a state of bafflement or perplexity : quandary |
| rife | prevalent especially to an increasing degree |