GRE Word List
PROJECTILE
a body projected by external force and continuing in motion by its own inertia
The meaning of the word projectile is a body projected by external force and continuing in motion by its own inertia.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fortuitous | occurring by chance |
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| penchant | a strong and continued inclination |
| kindle | to start (a fire) burning : light |
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