GRE Word List
RETROGRADE
having or being motion in a direction contrary to that of the general motion of similar bodies and especially east to west among the stars
The meaning of the word retrograde is having or being motion in a direction contrary to that of the general motion of similar bodies and especially east to west among the stars.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hermetic | of or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d. |
| purported | reputed |
| encumber | weigh down |
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
| mercantile | of or relating to merchants or trading |
| allude | to make indirect reference |
| epithet | a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing |
| lurk | to lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose |
| gazette | newspaper |
| stagnant | not flowing in a current or stream |