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 |
|---|---|
| warrant | sanction |
| confound | to throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity |
| sequester | to set apart : segregate |
| saunter | to walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll |
| primary | first in order of time or development : primitive |
| jumble | to move in a confused or disordered manner |
| metamorphosis | change of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means |
| extemporaneous | composed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu |
| providence | divine guidance or care |
| tantrum | a fit of bad temper |