GRE Word List

SATELLITE

a celestial body orbiting another of larger size

The meaning of the word satellite is a celestial body orbiting another of larger size.

Random words

WordMeaning
pell-mellin mingled confusion or disorder
perspicaciousof acute mental vision or discernment : keen
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
isthmusa narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas
pronehaving a tendency or inclination : being likely
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
denotationan act or process of denoting
proponentone who argues in favor of something : advocate
precipicea very steep or overhanging place