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
arablefit for or used for the growing of crops
relapsethe act or an instance of backsliding, worsening, or subsiding
pell-mellin mingled confusion or disorder
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
delugean overflowing of the land by water
contortionsto twist in a violent manner
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community
leave-takingdeparture
apocryphalof doubtful authenticity : spurious