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 |
|---|---|
| typhoon | a hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea |
| convulsion | an abnormal violent and involuntary contraction or series of contractions of the muscles |
| abide | to bear patiently : tolerate |
| metropolis | the chief or capital city of a country, state, or region |
| agrarian | of or relating to fields or lands or their tenure |
| flair | a skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent |
| vagrant | one who has no established residence and wanders idly from place to place without lawful or visible means of support |
| pragmatist | a practical approach to problems and affairs |
| scurry | to move in or as if in a brisk pace : scamper |
| acclaim | applaud |