GRE Word List

ECLIPTIC

of or relating to the ecliptic or an eclipse

The meaning of the word ecliptic is of or relating to the ecliptic or an eclipse.

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truisman undoubted or self-evident truth
leniencythe quality or state of being lenient
sturdyfirmly built or constituted : stout
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure
piousmarked by or showing reverence for deity and devotion to divine worship
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
favoritismthe showing of special favor : partiality
downcastlow in spirit : dejected
physiologicalof or relating to physiology