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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |
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| inquisitor | one who inquires or makes inquisition |
| effrontery | shameless boldness : insolence |
| turgid | excessively embellished in style or language : bombastic |
| gibe | to utter taunting words |
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