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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epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
caulkto stop up and make tight against leakage (something, such as a boat or its seams, the cracks in a window frame, or the joints of a pipe)
outfitthe act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
onslaughtan especially fierce attack
terrestrialof or relating to the earth or its inhabitants
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
phalanxa body of heavily armed infantry in ancient Greece formed in close deep ranks and files
voyeursomeone who obtains sexual gratification from observing unsuspecting individuals who are partly undressed, naked, or engaged in sexual acts
retroactiveextending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past
conceitfavorable opinion