GRE Word List

PLUMMET

to fall perpendicularly

The meaning of the word plummet is to fall perpendicularly.

Random words

WordMeaning
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
deferput off
proponentone who argues in favor of something : advocate
nutrientfurnishing nourishment
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scuttlea shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce)
limberhaving a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile
dilatorytending or intended to cause delay
tentativenot fully worked out or developed
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