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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| scuttle | a shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce) |
| protean | of or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms |
| miscellaneous | consisting of diverse things or members : heterogeneous |
| obstreperous | marked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous |
| victuals | food usable by people |
| intelligentsia | intellectuals who form an artistic, social, or political vanguard or elite |
| abscission | the act or process of cutting off : removal |
| obloquy | a strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language |
| personable | pleasant or amiable in person : attractive |
| eclectic | composed of elements drawn from various sources |