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
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
blithelacking due thought or consideration : casual
retentivehaving the power, property, or capacity of retaining
inditemake up
tracta system of body parts or organs that act together to perform some function
dregssediment contained in a liquid or precipitated (see precipitate
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
indicativeserving to indicate
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
vibrantpulsating with life, vigor, or activity