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
schemea plan or program of action
jabto pierce or prod (someone or something) with or as if with a pointed object
succorrelief
machinationsan act of machinating
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
comportto be fitting : accord
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
suppliantsupplicant
vivisectionthe cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation
cordialshowing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval