GRE Word List
SOLSTICE
either of the two points on the ecliptic at which its distance from the celestial equator is greatest and which is reached by the sun each year about June 21 and December 21
The meaning of the word solstice is either of the two points on the ecliptic at which its distance from the celestial equator is greatest and which is reached by the sun each year about June 21 and December 21.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| reverend | worthy of reverence : revered |
| quiescent | marked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest |
| abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |
| slander | to utter slander against : defame |
| phobia | an exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation |
| goad | to incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad |
| chary | discreetly cautious: such as |
| temerity | unreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition : rashness |
| pastoral | of, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen |
| whinny | to neigh especially in a low or gentle way |