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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| lilliputian | of, relating to, or characteristic of the Lilliputians or the island of Lilliput |
| repine | to feel or express dejection or discontent : complain |
| collation | a light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper |
| gerontology | the comprehensive multidisciplinary study of aging and older adults compare geriatrics |
| immolate | to kill or destroy especially by fire |
| mercurial | of, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury |
| pontifical | episcopal attire |
| spoonerism | a transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil) |
| imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
| encompass | include |