GRE Word List

OUTSKIRTS

a part remote from the center : border

The meaning of the word outskirts is a part remote from the center : border.

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WordMeaning
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude
execrateto declare to be evil or detestable : denounce
subtletythe quality or state of being subtle
sentientresponsive to or conscious of sense impressions
recalcitrantobstinately defiant of authority or restraint
contumaciousstubbornly disobedient : rebellious
glutinoushaving the quality of glue : gummy
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
protractto prolong in time or space : continue
minutethe 60th part of an hour of time : 60 seconds