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 |
|---|---|
| premonitory | giving warning |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
| wholesome | promoting health or well-being of mind or spirit |
| hermetic | of or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d. |
| curtail | to make less by or as if by cutting off or away some part |
| ensue | to strive to attain : pursue |
| libel | a written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought |
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| misgivings | a feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event |
| buffoon | a ludicrous figure : clown |