GRE Word List

THERMAL

of, relating to, or caused by heat

The meaning of the word thermal is of, relating to, or caused by heat.

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forwardnear, being at, or belonging to the forepart
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vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
arrearsthe state of being behind in the discharge of obligations
winceto shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch
potenthaving or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful
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wadeto step in or through a medium (such as water) offering more resistance than air
lineamentsan outline, feature, or contour of a body or figure and especially of a face
imploreto make an earnest request to (someone) : beg