GRE Word List

PERIPHERY

the perimeter of a circle or other closed curve

The meaning of the word periphery is the perimeter of a circle or other closed curve.

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WordMeaning
inequityinjustice
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
occidentwest
irrepressibleimpossible to repress, restrain, or control
glossyhaving a surface luster or brightness
recountto relate in detail : narrate
briman upper or outer margin : verge
jumbleto move in a confused or disordered manner
comeuppancea deserved rebuke or penalty : deserts
parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift