GRE Word List

TERRESTRIAL

of or relating to the earth or its inhabitants

The meaning of the word terrestrial is of or relating to the earth or its inhabitants.

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WordMeaning
urgentcalling for immediate attention : pressing
propitiousfavorably disposed : benevolent
aspirantone who aspires
obsidiana dark natural glass formed by the cooling of molten lava
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
consignto give over to another's care
decolletewearing a strapless or low-necked dress
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary
allegeto assert without proof or before proving
pachydermany of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin