GRE Word List

NOCTURNAL

of, relating to, or occurring in the night

The meaning of the word nocturnal is of, relating to, or occurring in the night.

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WordMeaning
welterwrithe
dearthscarcity that makes dear
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imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
sedatekeeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time