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

WordMeaning
occidentwest
eddya current of water or air running contrary to the main current
irretrievablenot retrievable : impossible to regain or recover
internecineof, relating to, or involving conflict within a group
artfulperformed with or showing art or skill
asinineextremely or utterly foolish or silly
censurea judgment involving condemnation
precincta part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
frigidintensely cold