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 |
|---|---|
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| tangible | capable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable |
| dispirited | to deprive of morale or enthusiasm |
| incidental | being likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence |
| attrition | sorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God |
| mite | any of numerous small acarid arachnids that often infest animals, plants, and stored foods and include important disease vectors |
| conscript | a conscripted person (such as a military recruit) |
| high-flown | exceedingly or excessively high or favorable |
| skiff | any of various small boats |
| celibate | of, relating to, or characterized by celibacy: |