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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rousing | giving rise to excitement : stirring |
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| beneficiary | a person or thing that receives help or an advantage from something : one that benefits from something |
| delve | excavate |
| seedy | containing or full of seeds |
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| rumble | to make a low heavy rolling sound |
| cipher | zero |