GRE Word List

LATERAL

of or relating to the side

The meaning of the word lateral is of or relating to the side.

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WordMeaning
unearthlynot earthly: such as
bargainan agreement between parties settling what each gives or receives in a transaction between them or what course of action or policy each pursues in respect to the other
epitomea typical or ideal example : embodiment
indignityan act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult
virusany of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants
collateto compare critically
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
abaseto lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem
elysiumthe abode of the blessed after death in classical mythology
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort