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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| superfluous | exceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra |
| detached | standing by itself : separate |
| gait | a manner of walking or moving on foot |
| ruminant | an animal that chews the cud |
| discerning | showing insight and understanding : discriminating |
| conundrum | an intricate and difficult problem |
| recidivism | a tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior |
| gape | to open the mouth wide |
| gaunt | excessively thin and angular |
| hapless | having no luck : unfortunate |