GRE Word List

OSCILLATE

to swing backward and forward like a pendulum

The meaning of the word oscillate is to swing backward and forward like a pendulum.

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WordMeaning
repletefully or abundantly provided or filled
contextthe parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning
retrieveto locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)
deadlocka state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill
prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
staccatocut short or apart in performing : disconnected
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
friezea heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
interrogateto question formally and systematically