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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stanch | to check or stop the flowing of |
| foolhardy | foolishly adventurous and bold : rash |
| trickle | to issue or fall in drops |
| throttle | to compress the throat of : choke |
| frustrate | to balk or defeat in an endeavor |
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |
| curator | a person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits |
| denomination | an act of denominating |
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |
| rig | to fit out with rigging |