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 |
|---|---|
| bastion | a projecting part of a fortification |
| mosaic | a surface decoration made by inlaying small pieces of variously colored material to form pictures or patterns |
| restitution | an act of restoring or a condition of being restored: such as |
| panacea | a remedy for all ills or difficulties : cure-all |
| distend | extend |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| glean | to gather grain or other produce left by reapers |
| distract | to draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time |
| exorcise | to expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration |
| nauseous | causing nausea or disgust : nauseating |