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

WordMeaning
nutritiousnourishing
supinelying on the back or with the face upward
indubitabletoo evident to be doubted : unquestionable
forthrightfree from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
balkto refuse abruptly
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
reconditedifficult or impossible for one of ordinary understanding or knowledge to comprehend : deep
squelchto fall or stamp on so as to crush
wagto be in motion : stir