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
fortuitousoccurring by chance
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
tritehackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original
disgorgeto discharge by the throat and mouth : vomit
gibberishunintelligible or meaningless language:
subpoenaa writ commanding a person designated in it to appear in court under a penalty for failure
wheedleto influence or entice by soft words or flattery
entrancepower or permission to enter : admission
insurrectionan act or instance of revolting against civil authority or an established government
turpitudeinherent baseness : depravity