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
succumbto yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
intelligentsiaintellectuals who form an artistic, social, or political vanguard or elite
reprobatean unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel
impingeencroach
benefitsomething that produces good or helpful results or effects or that promotes well-being : advantage
frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor
inductiveof, relating to, or employing mathematical or logical induction
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
maelstroma powerful often violent whirlpool sucking in objects within a given radius
obloquya strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language