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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| transcendent | exceeding usual limits : surpassing |
| shangri-la | a remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia |
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
| ruse | a wily subterfuge |
| exhilarating | causing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling |
| communal | of or relating to one or more communes |
| parry | to ward off a weapon or blow |
| dissolution | the act or process of dissolving: such as |
| flirt | to move erratically : flit |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |