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
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
inclementlacking mildness: such as
wrestto pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements
cognitiveof, relating to, being, or involving conscious intellectual activity (such as thinking, reasoning, or remembering)
impenetrableincapable of being penetrated or pierced
subservientuseful in an inferior capacity : subordinate
atrophydecrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue
fractioustending to be troublesome : unruly
unaccountablenot to be accounted for : inexplicable
arrayto dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn