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 |
|---|---|
| marsupial | any of an order (Marsupialia) of mammals comprising kangaroos, wombats, bandicoots, opossums, and related animals that do not develop a true placenta and that usually have a pouch on the abdomen of the female which covers the teats and serves to carry the young |
| metaphysical | of or relating to metaphysics |
| catapult | an ancient military device for hurling missiles |
| bogus | not genuine : counterfeit |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
| toss | to throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk |
| timidity | lacking in courage or self-confidence |
| veritable | being in fact the thing named and not false, unreal, or imaginary |
| goad | to incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad |