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 |
|---|---|
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| inane | lacking significance, meaning, or point : silly |
| feign | to give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression |
| sojourn | a temporary stay |
| chase | the hunting of wild animals |
| reverend | worthy of reverence : revered |
| encipher | to convert (a message) into cipher |
| mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |
| outcast | one that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah |