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
lasciviousfilled with or showing sexual desire : lewd
effervescencethe property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
diversionthe act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation
celibateof, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
chalicea drinking cup : goblet
nattytrimly neat and tidy : smart
commodiouscomfortably or conveniently spacious : roomy
impalpableincapable of being felt by touch : intangible