GRE Word List

NADIR

the point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer

The meaning of the word nadir is the point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer.

Random words

WordMeaning
paragona model of excellence or perfection
whiffa quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray
diffusebeing at once verbose and ill-organized
repudiateto refuse to accept
enamoredaffected by strong feelings of love, admiration, or fascination
curtailto make less by or as if by cutting off or away some part
expenditurethe act or process of expending
fetefestival
beelinea straight direct course
eclecticcomposed of elements drawn from various sources