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.

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WordMeaning
forswearto make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
chaperona person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts
precludeto make impossible by necessary consequence : rule out in advance
primogeniturethe state of being the firstborn of the children of the same parents
tureena deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served
nethersituated down or below : lower
unceremoniousnot ceremonious : informal