GRE Word List

FRICTION

the rubbing of one body against another

The meaning of the word friction is the rubbing of one body against another.

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WordMeaning
awfulextremely disagreeable or objectionable
decapitateto cut off the head of : behead
confidencea feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
attributea quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something
accommodateto provide with something desired, needed, or suited
ductilecapable of being drawn out (see draw
aspirantone who aspires
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
ludicrousamusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity