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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| dazzle | to lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light |
| vituperative | uttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse |
| obfuscate | to throw into shadow : darken |
| pacifist | an adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes |
| inkling | a slight knowledge or vague notion |
| chortle | to sing or chant exultantly |
| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
| grandiose | characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration |
| trigger | a piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it |