GRE Word List

NEBULA

any of numerous clouds of gas or dust in interstellar space

The meaning of the word nebula is any of numerous clouds of gas or dust in interstellar space.

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WordMeaning
overturean initiative toward agreement or action : proposal
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fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
cadencethe beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity
factitiousproduced by humans rather than by natural forces
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner
ligneousof or resembling wood
artisana worker who practices a trade or handicraft : craftsperson
fussyeasily upset : irritable
dolta stupid person