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
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation
infestto spread or swarm in or over in a troublesome manner
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
spontaneitythe quality or state of being spontaneous
docileeasily taught
averto declare positively
passepast one's prime
repulseto drive or beat back : repel
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement
parodya literary or musical work in which the style of an author or work is closely imitated for comic effect or in ridicule