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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| apocalyptic | of, relating to, or resembling an apocalypse |
| venom | a toxic substance produced by some animals (such as snakes, scorpions, or bees) that is injected into prey or an enemy chiefly by biting or stinging and has an injurious or lethal effect |
| rostrum | an ancient Roman platform for public orators |
| wrench | to move with a violent twist |
| denizen | inhabitant |
| gambit | a chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position |
| fringe | an ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band |
| plane | airplane |
| inerrancy | exemption from error : infallibility |
| commiserate | to feel or express sympathy : condole |