GRE Word List
TEMPORAL
of or relating to time as opposed to eternity
The meaning of the word temporal is of or relating to time as opposed to eternity.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| insurgent | a person who revolts against civil authority or an established government |
| exquisite | marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution |
| industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |
| intermittent | coming and going at intervals : not continuous |
| raconteur | a person who excels in telling anecdotes |
| antithesis | the direct opposite |
| pedigree | a register recording a line of ancestors |
| zenith | the point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration |