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 |
|---|---|
| fatalism | a doctrine that events are fixed in advance so that human beings are powerless to change them |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| debris | the remains of something broken down or destroyed |
| deference | respect and esteem due a superior or an elder |
| anthem | a song or hymn of praise or gladness |
| genteel | having an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish |
| collusion | secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose |
| pensive | musingly or dreamily thoughtful |
| intransigence | the quality or state of being intransigent |
| importune | to press or urge with troublesome persistence |