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.

Random words

WordMeaning
ellipsisthe omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete
derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
belieto give a false impression of
veerto change direction or course
simianof, relating to, or resembling monkeys or apes
misadventuremisfortune
mimicryan instance of mimicking
tauntto reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at
grimfierce in disposition or action : savage
fussyeasily upset : irritable