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 |
|---|---|
| incandescent | white, glowing, or luminous with intense heat |
| trifle | something of little value, substance, or importance |
| receptive | able or inclined to receive |
| devious | wandering |
| squelch | to fall or stamp on so as to crush |
| redolent | exuding fragrance : aromatic |
| curtail | to make less by or as if by cutting off or away some part |
| throes | pang |
| copious | yielding something abundantly |
| rebate | to reduce the force or activity of : diminish |