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.

Random words

WordMeaning
fawningseeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery
tardymoving slowly : sluggish
awfulextremely disagreeable or objectionable
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
depositiona testifying especially before a court
grapplethe act or an instance of grappling
expungeto strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion
mysticmystical
peregrinationto travel especially on foot : walk
accelerateto move faster : to gain speed