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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dolorous | causing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief |
| pomposity | pompous demeanor, speech, or behavior |
| parish | the ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor |
| disapprobation | the act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation |
| cordial | showing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval |
| fanfare | a short and lively sounding of trumpets |
| ram | a male sheep |
| lot | an object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with |
| dappled | marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background |
| touchy | marked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation |