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
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
passiveacted upon by an external agency
seetheto suffer violent internal excitement
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
consistencyagreement or harmony of parts or features to one another or a whole : correspondence
engulfto flow over and enclose : overwhelm
prefigureto show, suggest, or announce by an antecedent type, image, or likeness
psychopathicof, relating to, or characterized by psychopathy
nubileof marriageable condition or age