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
vaingloriousmarked by vainglory : boastful
inverseopposite in order, nature, or effect
detachedstanding by itself : separate
execrateto declare to be evil or detestable : denounce
forswearto make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath
rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
illimitableincapable of being limited or bounded : measureless
odoroushaving an odor: such as
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
obsequiousmarked by or exhibiting a fawning attentiveness