GRE Word List
EQUINOX
either of the two points on the celestial sphere where the celestial equator intersects the ecliptic
The meaning of the word equinox is either of the two points on the celestial sphere where the celestial equator intersects the ecliptic.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| makeshift | a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute |
| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
| contraband | illegal or prohibited traffic in goods : smuggling |
| persevere | to persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement |
| discursive | moving from topic to topic without order : rambling |
| rank | relative standing or position |
| commonplace | commonly found or seen : ordinary |
| malingerer | to pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work) |
| apoplexy | stroke |
| irascible | marked by hot temper and easily provoked anger |