GRE Word List

SIDEREAL

of, relating to, or expressed in relation to stars or constellations : astral

The meaning of the word sidereal is of, relating to, or expressed in relation to stars or constellations : astral.

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depreciateto lower in honor or esteem
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tantalizeto tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach
excerpta passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract
unfeignednot feigned or hypocritical : genuine
solitudethe quality or state of being alone or remote from society : seclusion
guisea form or style of dress : costume
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rummageto make a thorough search or investigation
jurisdictionthe power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law