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 |
|---|---|
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| extort | to obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring |
| bitter | being, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale |
| anomalous | inconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular |
| prank | trick |
| dappled | marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background |
| analgesic | an agent producing diminished sensation to pain without loss of consciousness : a drug that is used to relieve pain and produce analgesia |
| nutrient | furnishing nourishment |
| conversant | having knowledge or experience |
| provident | frugal |