GRE Word List
PERIGEE
the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth
The meaning of the word perigee is the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth.
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reprove | to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent |
deplore | to feel or express grief for |
ostracize | to exile by ostracism |
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archives | a place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved |
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eccentricity | the quality or state of being eccentric |
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