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
annotateto make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
detainto hold or keep in or as if in custody
specioushaving a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic
noisomenoxious
exorbitantnot coming within the scope of the law
striatedmarked with striations or striae
insightfulexhibiting or characterized by insight
anguishextreme pain, distress, or anxiety
vicariousexperienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another