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 |
|---|---|
| fledgling | a young bird just fledged (see fledge |
| cherubic | an order of angels see celestial hierarchy |
| comeuppance | a deserved rebuke or penalty : deserts |
| inhibit | to prohibit from doing something |
| physiognomy | the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance |
| mordant | biting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive |
| untoward | difficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly |
| wispy | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| pillory | a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked |
| cozen | to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery |