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
petulantinsolent or rude in speech or behavior
slackento make less active : slow up
flayto strip off the skin or surface of : skin
reimburseto pay back to someone : repay
scowlto contract the brow in an expression of displeasure
countermandto revoke (a command) by a contrary order
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
galvanicof, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity
altercationa noisy, heated, angry dispute
juntaa council or committee for political or governmental purposes