GRE Word List

NOVA

a star that suddenly increases its light output tremendously and then fades away to its former obscurity in a few months or years

The meaning of the word nova is a star that suddenly increases its light output tremendously and then fades away to its former obscurity in a few months or years.

Random words

WordMeaning
quenchput out
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
lustera glow of reflected light : sheen
laudpraise
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
complementaryserving to fill out or complete
dribbleto issue sporadically and in small bits
asunderinto parts
pliablesupple enough to bend freely or repeatedly without breaking
tenurethe act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office)