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
disabuseto free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy
nihilista viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless
darta light spear
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
civilof or relating to citizens
epitomea typical or ideal example : embodiment
natalnative
functionalof, connected with, or being a function
nirvanathe final beatitude (see beatitude
tensilecapable of tension : ductile