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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fluster | to put into a state of agitated confusion : upset |
| arable | fit for or used for the growing of crops |
| cabal | the contrived schemes of a group of persons secretly united in a plot (as to overturn a government) |
| haphazard | marked by lack of plan, order, or direction |
| asunder | into parts |
| mock | to treat with contempt or ridicule : deride |
| carping | marked by or inclined to querulous and often perverse criticism |
| rebus | a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound |
| mayhem | needless or willful damage or violence |
| contortions | to twist in a violent manner |