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
vivisectionthe cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
seetheto suffer violent internal excitement
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
consummateextremely skilled and accomplished
earmarka mark of identification on the ear of an animal
confiscateappropriated by the government : forfeited
agilitythe quality or state of being agile : nimbleness
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
buffeta blow especially with the hand