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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| shrew | any of a family (Soricidae) of small chiefly nocturnal insectivores related to the moles and distinguished by a long pointed snout, very small eyes, and short velvety fur |
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| modulate | to tune to a key or pitch |
| wizened | to become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled often as a result of aging or of failing vitality |
| harrowing | acutely distressing or painful |
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| revelry | noisy partying or merrymaking |
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| agitate | to excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb |