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

WordMeaning
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
hailprecipitation in the form of small balls or lumps usually consisting of concentric layers of clear ice and compact snow
maleficentworking or productive of harm or evil : baleful
motleyvariegated in color
qualifiedfitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent
overthrowoverturn
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
nursea person who cares for the sick or infirm
exertionthe act or an instance of exerting
delineateto describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail