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 |
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| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| steep | lofty |
| stodgy | having a rich filling quality : heavy |
| exact | to call for forcibly or urgently and obtain |
| prologue | the preface or introduction to a literary work |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
| fluctuate | to shift back and forth uncertainly |
| resort | one that affords aid or refuge : resource |
| lien | a charge upon real or personal property for the satisfaction of some debt or duty ordinarily arising by operation of law |
| antique | existing since or belonging to earlier times : ancient |