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
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
lilliputianof, relating to, or characteristic of the Lilliputians or the island of Lilliput
ravenousrapacious
cohortscompanion
indiscriminatenot marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment
resourcefulable to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means
thriveto grow vigorously : flourish
putridbeing in a state of putrefaction : rotten
pediatriciana specialist in pediatrics
illusorybased on or producing illusion : deceptive