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 |
|---|---|
| smelt | any of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste |
| tenure | the act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office) |
| pious | marked by or showing reverence for deity and devotion to divine worship |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| subsidiary | furnishing aid or support : auxiliary |
| bereft | deprived or robbed of the possession or use of something |
| unerringly | committing no error : faultless |
| component | a constituent part : ingredient |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| buccaneer | any of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies |