GRE Word List

LATITUDE

angular distance from some specified circle or plane of reference: such as

The meaning of the word latitude is angular distance from some specified circle or plane of reference: such as.

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WordMeaning
ablutionthe washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite)
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
transportto transfer or convey from one place to another
viscoushaving a thick or sticky consistency : viscid
claustrophobiaabnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces
opportunesuitable or convenient for a particular occurrence
filialof, relating to, or befitting a son or daughter
distraitapprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted
felonone who has committed a felony
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose