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 |
|---|---|
| fickle | marked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness |
| mutinous | disposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious |
| respite | a period of temporary delay |
| claustrophobia | abnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces |
| importune | to press or urge with troublesome persistence |
| comestible | edible |
| inalienable | incapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred |
| whim | a capricious or eccentric and often sudden idea or turn of the mind : fancy |
| matriarch | a woman who rules or dominates a family, group, or state |
| elope | to run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent |