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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| reverend | worthy of reverence : revered |
| impassioned | filled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling |
| elaboration | planned or carried out with great care |
| blatant | noisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous |
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| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |
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| recrimination | a retaliatory accusation |
| baleful | deadly or pernicious in influence |