GRE Word List
TERRESTRIAL
on or relating to the earth
The meaning of the word terrestrial is on or relating to the earth.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pervasive | spread throughout; V. pervade: (of smells, ideas, feelings) spread throughout; charge; permeate |
| jaunt | trip; short journey |
| encircle | surround |
| eminent | rising above others; high; lofty; distinguished; Ex. eminent position |
| pulsate | throb; beat regularly; vibrate regularly |
| pediatrician | physician specializing in children's diseases; N. pediatrics |
| methodical | systematic; N. method: systematic method of procedure |
| devoid | empty; lacking |
| sleek | smooth and shining (as from good health); V. |
| premise | assumption; postulate; proposition upon which an argument is based |