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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| decree | an order usually having the force of law |
| collusion | secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose |
| dull | tedious |
| breadth | distance from side to side : width |
| foolhardy | foolishly adventurous and bold : rash |
| apologist | someone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism |
| oscillate | to swing backward and forward like a pendulum |
| juxtapose | to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect) |
| histrionic | deliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical |
| existential | of, relating to, or affirming existence |