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
regalof, relating to, or suitable for a king
stipenda fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
turpitudeinherent baseness : depravity
knella stroke or sound of a bell especially when rung slowly (as for a death, funeral, or disaster)
discomfitto put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert
hotheada hotheaded person
dauntto lessen the courage of : cow
tantruma fit of bad temper
harrowingacutely distressing or painful