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.

Random words

WordMeaning
rubrican authoritative rule
riveta headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head
inopportuneinconvenient
embarkto go on board a vehicle for transportation
extroverta person whose personality is characterized by extroversion : a typically gregarious and unreserved person who enjoys and seeks out social interaction
causalexpressing or indicating cause : causative
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
requisiteneeded for a particular purpose : essential
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
aceticvinegary