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
wrathstrong vengeful anger or indignation
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chideto speak out in angry or displeased rebuke
divulgeto make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)
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flounderflatfish
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