GRE Word List

PENUMBRA

a space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light

The meaning of the word penumbra is a space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light.

Random words

WordMeaning
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
jostleto come in contact or into collision
engagedinvolved in activity : occupied
perditioneternal damnation
virusany of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants
aberrantdeviating from the usual or natural type : atypical
vignettea picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper
dazzleto lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
rankrelative standing or position
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate