GRE Word List
SIDEREAL
relating to stars; Ex. sidereal day
The meaning of the word sidereal is relating to stars; Ex. sidereal day.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| irresolute | uncertain how to act; weak; lacking in resolution; indecisive; N. irresolution |
| entourage | group of attendants; retinue; CF. surround |
| callow | youthful; immature; inexperienced |
| quell | suppress; put an end to; put down forcibly; extinguish; quiet; Ex. ``Army Quells Rebellion'' in newspaper; CF. kill |
| rotund | (of a person) fat and round |
| blithe | gay; joyous |
| antithesis | contrast; direct opposite of or to; ADJ. antithetic or antithetical |
| squabble | minor quarrel; bickering; V: engage in a minor quarrel; Ex. squabbling children |
| dulcet | sweet sounding; pleasing to the ear; melodious |
| vendetta | blood feud (esp. between two families); CF. Nina Williams |
