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 |
|---|---|
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
| infest | to spread or swarm in or over in a troublesome manner |
| imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
| spontaneity | the quality or state of being spontaneous |
| docile | easily taught |
| aver | to declare positively |
| passe | past one's prime |
| repulse | to drive or beat back : repel |
| resumption | an act or instance of resuming : recommencement |
| parody | a literary or musical work in which the style of an author or work is closely imitated for comic effect or in ridicule |