GRE Word List
MAGNITUDE
great size or extent
The meaning of the word magnitude is great size or extent.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| infringe | to encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another |
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| malefactor | one who commits an offense against the law |
| gnome | maxim |
| tarry | to delay or be tardy in acting or doing |
| entree | the act or manner of entering : entrance |
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| noxious | physically harmful or destructive to living beings |
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